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NOVEMBER 191 r 



BULLETIN" 306 



^T^4B3^C0RNELL UNIVERSITY 

AGRICULTURAL EXPERIMENT STATION OF 

THE COLLEGE OF AGRICULTURE 
Department of Horticulture 

CLASSIFICATION OF THE PEONY 

Fourth Report 




Ville de Nancy 
BY LEON D. BATCHEL7 



ITHACA, N. Y. 
PUBLISHED BY THE UNIVERSITY 



CORNELL UNIVERSITY AGRICULTURAL EXPERIMENT 

STATION 

EXPERIMENTING STAFF 

LIBERTY H. BAILEY, M.S., LL.D., Director. 

ALBERT R. MANN, B.S.A., Secretary. 

JOHN H. COMSTOCK, B.S., Entomology. 

HENRY H. WING, M.S. in Agr., Animal Husbandry. 

JOHN CRAIG, M.S. in Agr., Horticulture. 

T. LYTTLETON LYON, Ph.D., Soil Technology. 

HERBERT J. WEBBER, M.A., Ph.D., Plant-Breeding. 

JOHN L. STONE, B. Agr., Farm Practice and Farm Crops. 

JAMES E. RICE, B.S.A., Poultry Husbandry. 

BENJAMIN M. DUGGAR. M.S., Ph.D., Plant Physiology. 

GEORGE W. CAVANAUGH. B.S., Chemistry. 

HERBERT H. WHETZEL, A.B., M.A., Plant Pathology. 

ELMER O. PIPPIN, B.S.A., Soil Technology. 

GEORGE P. WARREN, Ph.D., Farm Management. 

WILLIAM A. STOCKING, Jr., M.S.A., Dairy Industry. 

CHARLES S. WILSON. A.B., M.S.A., Pomology. 

HARRY H. LOVE, Ph.D., Plant-Breeding Investigations. 

ARTHUR W. GILBERT, Ph.D., Plant-Breeding. 

DONALD REDDICK, A.B., Ph.D., Plant Pathology. 

WILLIAM A. RILEY, Ph.D., Entomology. 

MERRITT W. HARPER, M.S., Animal Husbandry. 

J. A. BIZZELL, Ph.D., Soil Technology. 

CLARENCE A. ROGERS, M.S.A., Poultry Husbandry. 

GLENN W. HERRICK, B.S.A., Economic Entomology. 

HOWARD W. RILEY, M.E., Farm Mechanics. 

CYRUS R. CROSBY, A.B., Entomological Investigations. 

HAROLD E. ROSS, M.S.A., Dairy Industry. 

ELMER S. SAVAGE, M.S.A., Ph.D., Animal Husbandry. 

LEWIS KNUDSON, B.S.A., Ph.D., Plant Physiology. 

KENNETH C. LIVERMORE, B.S. in Agr., Farm Management. 

ALVIN C. BEAL, Ph.D., Floriculture. 

MORTIER F. BARRUS, A.B., Plant Pathology. 

C. C. HEDGES, A.B., Agricultural Chemistry. 

GEORGE W. TAILBY, Jr., B.S. A., Superintendent of Live Stock. 

EDWARD S. GUTHRIE, M.S. in Agr., Dairy Industry. 

PAUL WORK, B.S., A.B., Olericulture. 

EDWARD R. MINNS, B.S.A., Farm Practice and Farm Crops. 

LEE B. COOK, M.S. in Agr., Dairy Industry. 

MORRIS M. McCOOL, M.S. in Agr., Ph.D., Plant Physiology. 

HARVEY L. AYRES, Superintendent of Dairy Manufactures. 

CLARA NIXON, Assistant in Poultry Husbandry. 

LOIS W. WING, A.M., Dairy Industry. 

EMMONS W. LELAND, B.S.A., Soil Technology. 

CHARLES T. GREGORY, B.S. in Agr., Plant Pathology. 

WALTER W. FISK, B.S. in Agr., Dairy Industry. 

The regular bulletins of the Station are sent free to persons residing in New 
York State who request them. 



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INTRODUCTORY NOTE 



As chairman of the committee on nomenclature of the American Feony 
Society and also the person in general charge of the cooperative peony 
studies at Cornell undertaken by the Society and the Department of Hor- 
ticulture, the writer is pleased to present to peony lovers a fourth report 
on the progress of this investigation. 

This report, like the last published in May, 1910, and reprinted through 
the financial aid of an interested amateur peony grower, is the work of 
Mr. Leon D. Batchelor, now professor of horticulture in Utah State 
Agricultural College, assisted as before by Messrs. Farr and Dauphin. 
While the field work involves technical skill and discriminating ability of 
a high order, the work of classifying and editing the field notes is also 
very considerable. In this as well as in the field work, Mr. Batchelor has 
rendered excellent service. Such assistance as he has received has been 
gratefully acknowledged. The whole study has been truly cooperative. 
It is now approaching the final stages when the important question of 
eliminating large numbers of mediocre varieties should receive the 
thoughtful consideration of the Society. Another important step should 
be the establishment of a registry board to pass upon the merits of new 
varieties before these are officially recognized. Such a step would do 
much toward suppressing the introduction of many kinds of little or no 
value except in the eyes of the originator. 

John Craig. 



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CONTENTS 

PAGE 

Introductory Note 53 

Progress of the Study 55 

Well Recommended Varieties of Peonies 57 

Additional Notes and Corrections to Descriptions in Bulletin 278. . . 59 

List of Synonyms 62 

Descniption of Varieties 69 

Index to \"ariety Descriptions 155 



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CLASSIFICATION OF THE PEONY 

Leon D. Batchelor 
progress of the study 

During the season of 19 lo the work of peony classification was con- 
tinued as outHned in Bulletin 278. Many additional varieties were identi- 
fied, and a large number of synonyms w^ere established. 

There are still a few prominent varieties missing from this classifica- 
tion which .could not be found in the nurseries visited and which do not 
occur in the Cornell trial plots. The classification at present, however, 
contains at least ninety-five per cent of the important commercial 
varieties. 

The commercial collections, which were started in the fall of 1907, pro- 
duced an abundance of typical blooms the past season. The entire plot 
was carefully gone over and each firm's collections checked up as regards 
identity of varieties, synonyms, etc. 

At the end of the season a report was sent to each donator stating tho 
findings of the committee. 

Studies were also made in the nurseries of several firms in the eastern 
part of the country. 

It was the intention of the writer and Professor Craig to draw up an 
identification key to this entire classification. During the rusli of the 
blooming season, however, it was impossible to constiuct such a key and 
at the same time inspect the vast number of varieties necessary to com- 
plete the classification and synonym list. It was found impracticable to 
construct such a key after the blooming season was over by the descrip- 
tions alone, without the aid of the blooms themselves for comparison. In 
fact, the peony is so variable under different conditions, that the practi- 
cability of the identification key may itself be questionable. It should be 
thoroughly tried out before any key is incorporated in the final report. 

During the entire work the writer has been impressed with the large 
number of only medium varieties which are being continually originated 
and propagated by the trade. It is probably a conservative statement to 
say that the peony interests of the country would be better off if about 
seventy-five per cent of the varieties were destroyed and future propa- 
gation made from the remaining twenty-five per cent of superior varie- 
ties. It is not that these seventy-five per cent of the varieties are posi- 

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56 Bulletin 306 

tively unattractive ; far from it. But the remaining twenty-five per cent 
fill every purpose and have many more virtues than the only medium to 
inferior sorts. By discarding the mediocre or poor sorts and selling only 
the more desirable varieties the customers would be even more infatuated 
with this beautiful flower, and a more extensive and higher class trade 
would be built up, to the benefit of all concerned. 

It would also seem highly desirable before a new variety is brought 
into the trade io have it shown at the American Peony Society's annual 
exhibit and passed upon by a standing committee of the society appointed 
for this purpose. If the new sort proves to be something exceptionally 
fine, the society's stamp of approval and commendation should be a valu- 
able asset in the sale of the novelty. When a new variety is not at least 
equal if not superior to the similar varieties in the trade, the originator 
could hardly expect the support of a society already overburdened with 
too many sorts. 

Permanent plots have been started on the Experiment Station grounds 
for the culture of varieties of which the identity is reasonably certain. 
As other varieties are classified, or new ones appear in the trade from 
time to time, they should be added to this planting, that an authentic, 
complete, permanent collection may become established for the advance- 
ment of the peony interests of the country. 

Throughout the entire season Mr, Jos. Dauphin and Mr. B. H. Farr 
were in almost constant consultation with the writer in identifying vari- 
eties and establishing synonyms. A great deal of credit is due these 
gentlemen for their tireless effort and hearty cooperation with the Ex- 
periment Station in conducting this work. In fact, if the writer had 
been denied the aid of Mr. Dauphin's vast knowledge of varieties, and 
Mr. Farr's constant interest and self-sacrificing spirit, the completion of 
the work would hardly have been possible. 

Acknowledgment is also due the several members of the American 
Peony Society, who have so kindly cooperated in answering many ques- 
tions concerning the identity of varieties. Prof. A. P. Saunders has very 
materially aided in the work by his valuable suggestions and accurate 
work in proofreading. The American Peony Society is also greatly in- 
debted to Professor Craig for his constant interest and wise guidance in 
the conduct of this work. 



Classification of the Peony 



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VARIETIES FOR CUT FLOWERS AND LANDSCAPE OR BOR- 
DER PLANTING 
The committee has frequently been called upon by amateur growers to 
recommend varieties of peonies for different purposes. We therefore 
include the following list of very desirable sorts which inchide some of 
the most valuable varieties in the trade : 

WELL RECOMMENDED VARIETIES OF PEONIES 



For Cut Flowers 
Festiva Maxima 
Couronne d'Or 
Duchesse de Nemours 
Baroness Schroeder 
Albatre 
Alba Sulfurea 
Madame Crousse 
Madame Calot 
Madame de Verneville 
Boule de Neige 
Avalanche 
Due de Wellington 



White 

For Landscape 
Octavie Demay 
Marie Jacquin 
Baroness Schroeder 
Albatre 

Duchesse de Nemours 
Alice de Julvecourt 
Madame de Verneville 
Festiva 

Marie Lemoine 
Couronne d'Or 
Madame Breon 
La Rosiere 
Albiflora the Bride 
Avalanche 
Festiva Maxima 



For Cut Flowers 

Achille 

Albert Crousse 
Dorchester 
Floral Treasure 
La Perle 

Madame Lemoine 
Marguerite Gerard 
Marie d'Hour 
Miss Salway 

Mademoiselle Leonie Calot 
Madame fimile Galle 
Venus 

For Cut Flowers 
Gloire de Charles Gombault 
La Tulipe 
Jeanne d'Arc 



Pale Pink 

For Landscape 
Achille 

Eugene Verdier 
Eugenie Verdier 
Dorchester 
Floral Treasure 
Marie d'Hour 

Triomphe de TExposition de Lille 
Venus 
La Perle 
Marie Crousse 
James Kelway 

Pink and White 

For Landscape 
Umbellata Rosea 
Golden Harvest 
Madame Coste 
Madame de Vatry 
Therese 

Princess Beatrice 
Beaute Frangaise 
Philomele 



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Deep 

For Cut Flowers 
Madame Ducel 
Lamartine 

Monsieur Jules Elie 
Livingstone 

Monsieur Boucharlat aine 
Souvenir de I'Exposition Universelle 
Madame Lebon 
General Bertrand 
Modeste Guerin 
Edulis Superba 
Alexandre Dumas 
Madame Muyssart 
Kelway's Queen 



Pink 

For Landscape 
Madame Ducel 
Livingstone 

Monsieur Boucharlat aine 
Souvenir de I'Exposition Universelle 
Madame Lebon 
General Bertrand 
Modeste Guerin 
Edulis Superba 
Madame Muyssart 
Alexandre Dumas 
Modele de Perfection 



Red 



For Cut Flowers 
Felix Crousse 
Louis Van Houtte 
Henry Demay 



For Landscape 
Fulgida 
Felix Crousse 
Augustin d'Hour 
Louis Van Houtte 
De Candolle 
Henry Demay 
Dr. Caillot 



For Cut Flowers 
Delachei 

Prince de Talindyke* 
Constant Devred 
Nigricans 
Madame Pecquet 
Pierre Dessert 
Rubra Superba 



Deep Red 

For Landscape 
Delachei 

Monsieur Martin Cahuzac 
Stanley (Kelway) 
Raphael 

Madame Pecquet 
Adolphe Rousseau 



* I think Prince de Talindyke should not be recommended. The variety has only 
a local existence, and is, I believe, a miswriting of Prince de Salm Dyck or a kind 
that had lost its name. The European lists contain -no Prince de Talindyke, and 
we should fmd out what its right name is before recommending it. 

A. P. Saunders. 

While the origin of Prince de Talindyke is unknown, and it is possible it may 
exist under another name, it is a fact that no duplicate of it has been found in 
the Cornell plot, nor in any other collection visited by the Committee. In freedom 
of bloom, length of stem, and durability, when shipped it is not surpassed by any 
other dark crimson. In color and habit of growth, it differs from Prince de 
Salm Dyck. B. H. Farr. 



Classification (jf the Peony 59 

ADDITIONAL NOTES AND CORRECTIONS TO DESCRIP- 
TIONS IN BULLETIN 278 

General Bertrand, page 231. " Rosetta " should be added as a synonym 
of this variety. 

La Coquette, page 232. Should be spelled thus, rather than as noted in 
former bulletin. 

Delachei, page 233. '' Emperor William " should be added as a syno- 
nym of this variety, and the name should be " Delachei " instead of 
" Delache." 

Monsieur Dupont, page 233. " Merveilleuse " should be added as a 
synonym of this variety. 

Rubens, page 239. Should be classed as a medium variety rather than 
inferior. 

Charles GosscUn, page 241. This is not a true synonym of " Anemone- 
flora rubra." The varieties were simply mixed in the plots. 

Petite Renec, page 242. Under remarks : it is the opinion of the com- 
mittee that " Hinodesekai " is not identical with the above sort. 

Madame de Bollemont, page 243. Should be spelled thus, rather than 
as noted in above bulletin. 

Armand Rousseau, page 243. Should be spelled thus, rather than as 
noted in above bulletin. 

Edouard Andre, page 243. Correct to a medium variety, with good 
landscape qualities ; medium bloomer, with a medium stem. 

Thurlow's Double Red, page 244. This so-called variety seems to be 
identical with "Dr. Caillot " (Verdier). 

Fulgida, page 245. " Brennus " should be added as a synonym of this 
variety. 

GrandiHora Nivea Plena, page 248. Should be early rather than mid- 
season. 

Ltitea Plenissima, page 249. "Victor Durufle " should be added as a 
synonym. 

Dnchesse de Nemours, page 249. " Diamond " should be added as a 
synonym. 

Alexandre Dumas, page 252. Should be spelled thus, rather than as it 
occurs in the aforementioned publication. " Rosamond " should be 
added as a synonym. 

Victoire Lemon, page 253. "Anna " and " Phrynnee " should be added 
as synonyms. 

Philomcle, page 254. " Miss Brice " S'hould be added as a synonym. 

[The plants seen under the name " Miss Brice" are Philomele; but it is not at all 
certain these were the same as the original Miss Brice, introduced by Kelway as 
one of their seedlings, and it is very likely that the true Miss Brice will be found 



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to be a distinct variety and not a synonym. This is an example of many similar 
cases in which a name may be mistakenly classed as a synonym, because the plant we 
found so labeled may not be correct. It is as if we should come across a pink 
peony labelled Festiva Maxima that was identical with Edulis Superba, and should 
conclude that Festiva Maxima was a synonym of Edulis Superba. B. H. Farr.] 

Prolifcra Tricolor, page 254. " Prolifera " should be added as a 
synonym. 

Due de Cases, page 256. " Comte de Cayes '' should be added as a 
syjionym, although very likely a mere error in spelling. 

Edulis Superba, page 257. Under synonyms : information on the iden- 
tity of " Sainfoin " and " Glorie de Douai " indicates that these sorts are 
distinct varieties, even though they were merely " Edulis Superba " 
falsely labeled in the Cornell plots. (See note on " Miss Brice.") 

Baron James dc Rothschild, page 259. " Lord Roberts " should be 
added as a synonym. 

Carnea Elegans, page 262. Should read, originated by Calot. 

Good variety rather than poor. 

Strong variety rather than weak. 

Medium variety rather than dzvarf. 

Free rather than medium bloomer. 

Princess Maud, page 263. Remarks — Very similar to " Due de Wel- 
lington." 

Dr. Bretonneau, (Verdier), page 263. The following so-called sorts 
should be added as synonyms: ''Rosea Superba " (this also is oftener a 
synonym of " Modeste Guerin"), "Rosea Plenissima Superba," "Nell 
Gwynn," " Marquis Ito," " Madame Modeste," " Active," " Fairy 
Queen," " Isabella Karlitzky," " Lady Leonora," " Reevesiana," " Frina." 
and " Thisbe." 

Duchesse d'Orleans, page 267. " Plena Variegata " should be added as 
a synonym. 

Decaisne, page 269. There is some doubt as to the identity of this 
variety. 

Andre Lauries, page 271. This variety should be known as " Fra- 
grans," as it was introduced from China, in 1805, by Sir Joseph Banks 
under the latter name. The following synonyms should be added : 
" American Beauty," " Edulis," " Edulis Fragrans," " Chinensis Rubra," 
" Fragrantissima," " Mons. Charles Leveque " (here a variety under the 
name Mons. Charles is meant, since the variety Charles Leveque, intro- 
duced from Plolland, is a synonym of Mile. Leonie Calot. — B. H. Farr), 
and " Rosea Plenissima." 

Madame Emile Lemoine, page 273. Added note : prominent carmine 
flecks occur on the central petals. 



Classification of the Peony 6i 

Dr. Caillot, page 274. " Thurlow's Double Red " should be added as 
a synonym. 

La Bniite, page 276. Should be described as loose semi-double rather 
than semi-rose type; in fact, it is nearly single in some cases. 

Empereur Nicolas, page 278. Remarks — There is another " Emperor 
Nicolas " in the trade, of a dark purple garnet color 4 (165). 

Mademoiselle Lconie Calot, page 280. " Monsieur Charles Leveque " 
should be added as a synonym. The latter variety has also occurred as a 
synonym of " Andre Lauries." 

Delicatissima, page 284. 

Description in detail — Green flecks and a cream white color are char- 
acteristics which frequently distinguish the blooms of this variety. 

Remarks — " Delicatissima " usually blooms about two days later than 
" Floral Treasure," has a more erect habit, has a small crown, and is a 
tint darker when closely compared with " Floral Treasure." 

Globosa, page 286. Description in brief should read : " Medium to 
large, fading to cream white." 

Carnea Humei, page 287. Should be described as early, rather than 
very late season. (The correct name is Humei Carnea.) 

Lamartinc, page 288. Should be classed a rose type bloom, uniform 
color throughout, rather than " guards and collar fading rose white." 
[There is another Lamartine. Introduced by Lemoine in 1908. Deep 
violet rose with wide silvery border. Very tall. Rose type. — B. H. 
Farr.] 

"Gigantea " and " Habid " should be added as synonyms. 

Livingston, page 289. " Adele " should be added as a synonym. 

Marechal Vaillant, page 293. " Lee's Grandiflora " should be added as 
a synonym. 

Eugene Verdier, page 293. Should be described as very erect habit. 

Lafayette, page 294. Should be, originated by Dessert, 1904. De- 
scription, rose bloom, silver tipped. 

INDEX TO VARIETY DESCRIPTION 

"Emma" should be added, page 257. 

'■ Madame Breon " should be added, page 261. 

DESCRIPTION OF VARIETIES 

In the following descriptions the varieties of peonies are classified into 
eight groups : Single, Japanese, Anemone, Semi-double, Crown, Bomb, 
Semi-rose, and Rose. For a discussion of the above classification see 
Bulletin 278, page 227. 



62 Bulletin 306 

EXPLANATORY REMARKS 

A slightly different method of indexing has been used this year, in 
that the varieties are arranged alphabetically as they are commonly 
spoken of ; whereas in previous publications, in case of the presence of 
a surname the variety was listed under this rather than the given name. 
This method has caused some confusion ; however, as it was in use when 
the writer took up the work it was followed until this publication, when 
a more simple method was adopted. For example : Alba Sulfurea is 
found under " A," Georgiana Shaylor under " G," whereas they would 
formerly have been classified under " S." 

The following index includes all varieties classified in Bulletins 259 
and 278 as well as this publication. The descriptions are made in a little 
more detail than previously, especially concerning the plant habit and 
general adaptability of the variety. 

A discussion of the method of describing varieties and color com- 
parisons will be found on pages 223—227 of Bulletin 278. 

The varieties which are described as blooming in clusters should be 
disbudded when grown for cut blooms. 

LIST OF SYNONYMS 
ACTIVE. 

This so-called variety is a synonym of " Dr. Bretonneau," originated by Verdier 
in 1854. " Active " appeared suddenly in the trade within recent years from an 
unknown source. 

See " Dr. Bretonneau," Bulletin 278. page 263. 

ADELE. 

This so-called variety, not found very widely in the trade, is a synonym of 
" Livingston," originated by Crousse, 1879. For a description see Bulletin 278,^ 
page 289. 

ALBA MAXIMA. 

This is a synonym of the well known variety " Festiva Maxima," originated by 
Miellez in 1851. "Alba Maxima" has been started on its masquerade since 1900. 

AMERICAN BEAUTY. 

This so-called variety is a synonym of " Fragrans," introduced from China by 
Sir Joseph Banks in 1805, since which it has masqueraded under many diflferent 
names. See page 63. 

ANNA. 

This so-called variety which has come very recently into the trade is a synonym 
of " Victoire Lemon." originated by Miellez, 1858. 
For description see Bulletin 278, page 253. 



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Classification of the Peony 63 

BRENNUS. 

This so-called variety is a synonym of " Fulgida," originated by Parmentier in 
1850. " Brennus " seems to have come into the trade from unknown sources within 
recent years. For a description of " Fulgida " see Bulletin 278, page 245. 

CHINENSIS RUBRA. 

This so-called variety is a synonym of " Fragrans," introduced from China by 
Sir Joseph Banks in 1805, since which it has masqueraded under many different 
names. See below. 

COMTE DE CAYES. 

This so-called variety is a synonym of the well known variety " Due de Cazes," 
originated by Guerin in 1850. " Comte de Cayes " started on its career from an 
American nursery within recent years. 

DIAMOND. 

This so-called variety, which has come into the trade since 1900, is a synonym 
of " Duchesse de Nemours" (Calot 1856). 
For a description see Bulletin 278, page 249. 

DUKE OF CLARENCE. 

This so-called variety seems to be a synonym of " Princess Beatrice," originated 
by Kelway in 1886. See Bulletin 278, page 250. 

EDULIS. 

This so-called variety is a synonym of " Fragrans," introduced from China by 
Sir Joseph Banks in 1805, since which it has masqueraded under many different 
names. See below. 

EDULIS FRAGRANS. 

This so-called variety is a synonym of " Fragrans," introduced from China by 
Sir Joseph Banks in 1805, since which it has masqueraded under many different 
names. See below. 

EMPEROR WILLIAM. 

It is doubtful if there is a true variety of this name, as there is no record of 
any such being originated. As it has occurred in the Cornell plots it has been 
really " Louis Van Houtte " in one case and " Delachei " in the other. 

FAIRY QUEEN. 

This so-called variety was supposed to have been originated by Terry, but wher- 
ever it has been seen by the committee it has proved to be "Dr. Bretonneau " 
(Verdier). 

FRAGRANS. 

Correction to Bulletin 278, page 271. The above variety is wrongly described as 
" Andre Lauries " in the aforementioned publication. For a correct description 
of "xA.ndre Lauries " see page 152. These two varieties have been somewhat con- 
fused, and " Fragrans " is more often sold as " Andre Lauries " than otherwise. 

" Fragrans " was introduced from China by Sir Joseph Banks in 1805, while 
" Andre Lauries " was originated by Crousse in 1881. 



64 Bulletin 306 

Synonym — " Fragrans " is also found in the trade under the following names : 
" American Beauty," " Edulis," " Eduiis Fragrans," " Chinensis Rubra," " Fra- 
grantissima," " Monsieur Charles Leveque," and " Rosea Plenissima." These names 
should be stricken from the trade as they are synonyms of " Fragrans " pure and 
simple. 

FRAGRANTISSIMA. 

This so-called variety is a synonym of " Fragrans," introduced from China by 
Sir Joseph Banks in 1805, since which it has masqueraded under many different 
names. See page 63. 

FRINA, 

This so-called variety, which has recently appeared in the trade from European 
nurseries, is a synonym of " Dr. Bretonneau " (Verdier). 
For a description see Bulletin 278, page 263. 

GALENE. 

Note: Same as "Stewart's America." 

GIGANTEA. 

This so-called variety is a synonym of the well known variety " Lamartine," 
■originated by Calot in i860. " Gigantea " has suddenly appeared in the trade 
from unknown sources since 1900. 

"Dr. Bretonneau" (Verdier) has also been found masquerading under the 
name of " Gigantea." 

HABID. 

This so-called variety is a synon3'm of the well known variety "Lamartine," 
originated by Calot in i860. "Habid" has suddenly appeared in the trade from 
unknown sources since 1900. 

ISABELLA KARLITZKY. 

" Dr. Bretonneau " (Verdier) often appears in the trade under the above name. 
The true variety is described in Bulletin 259, page 142. 

LADY LEONORA. 

This so-called variety is a synonym of "Dr. Bretonneau" (Verdier), "Lady 
Leonora Bramwell," etc. 

See " Dr. Bretonneau," Bulletin 278, page 263. 

LEE'S GRANDIFLORA. 

This so-called variety is a synonym of " Marechal Vaillant," originated by Calot 
m 1867. " Lee's Grandiflora " came to public notice very recently. 

LORD ROBERTS. 

This so-called variety is a synonym of " Baron James de Rothschild," originated 
by Guerin in 1850. " Lord Roberts " suddenly appeared in the trade from un- 
known sources about 1900. 



Classification of the 1'eony 65 

MADAME MODESTE. 

This so-called variety is a s\ nonyin of " Dr. Bretonneau," originated by Verdier 
in 1854. " Madame Modeste " appeared suddenly in the trade within recent years 
from an unknown source. 

See " Dr. Bretonneau," Bulletin 2j'6, page 263. 

MARIE STUART. 

A variety occurring in the Cornell plots under this name is identical with 
" \ enus." There is a "Marie Stuart" (Calot), however, which is entirely unlike 
the above. See Bulletin 278, page 255. 

MARQUIS D'LORY. 

This so-called variety is a synonym of " Virginie," originated by Calot in 1856; 
it began its masquerade as " Marquis d'Lory " since 1900. 

MARQUIS ITO. 

This so-called variety is a synonym of " Dr. Bretonneau," originated by Ver- 
dier in 1854. " Marquis Ito " appeared suddenly in the trade within recent years 
from an unknown source. 

See " Dr. Bretonneau," Bulletin 278, page 263. 

MERVEILLEUSE. 

This so-called variety, which has appeared in the trade since 1900, has proved 
to be a synonym of " Monsieur Dupont," originated by Calot in 1872. 
For a description see Bulletin 278, page 22,2- 

MISS BRICE. 

This so-called variety, which was supposed to have been originated by Kelway 
in 1888, has proved to be " Philomele," originated by Calot in 1861. 

MONSIEUR CHARLES LEVEQUE. 

This so-called variety, sent to the Cornell plots from Europe, proved to be a 
synonym of " Mademoiselle Leonie Calot," originated by Calot in 1861. 

MONSIEUR DOFFREY. 

This so-called variety has come into the trade within recent years. Is a syno- 
nym of " Fragrans." 

See " Fragrans," page 63. 

MRS. SAGUTE. 

This so-called variety of unknown origin is a synonym of " Madame Ducel," 
originated by Mechin in 1880. For a description see Bulletin 259, page 132. 

NELL GWYNN. 

This so-called variety is a synonym of " Dr. Bretonneau," originated by Verdier 
in 1854. " Nell Gwynn " appeared suddenly in the trade within recent years from 
an unknown source. 

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PAPILIONACEA. 

This so-called variety is identical with " Whitleyi " and should be known as 
such. " Whitleyi " was four.d in the trade as early as 1820 and was supposed to 
have been originated by Whitley in 1808 ; while " Papilionacea " has come forth 
since 1900. For a description of " Whitleyi " See page 106. 

PEARL. 

This so-called variety has proved identical with " Venus." 

PERFECTION. 

(This is not Richardson's) 

This so-called variety is a synonym of " Madame Courant," originated by 
Courant in 1850. 
For a description see page 80. 

PHOENICA VARIEGATA. 

This so-called variety, which came into the trade from unknown sources since 
1900, is a synonym of " Madame Courant," originated by Courant in 1850. For 
a description see page 80. 

PHRYNNEE. 

This so-called variety seems to be a synonym of " Victoire Lemon," originated 
by Miellez, 1858. 

For a description, see Bulletin 278, page 253. 

PLENA VARIEGATA. 

This so-called variety has appeared in the American trade within recent years ; 
wherever it has been seen it has proved to be a synonym of " Duchesse d'Orleans." 
For a description see Bulletin 278, page 267. 

PRINCESS MAY. 

This so-called variety has proved identical with "Venus," which was in the trade 
about twelve years before it appeared as " Princess May." 

PROLIFERA. 

This is a synonym of, and should be known as, " Prolifera Tricolor," originated 
by Lemon in 1825. For a description of the variety see page 254, Bulletin- 278. 

QUEEN ESTHER. 

This so-called variety is a synonym of " Madame Coste." 
For a description see page 109. 

QUEEN VICTORIA. 

This well known variety has been in the trade since 1830 and everywhere it has 
appeared it has proved identical with " Whitleyi," another well knovv'n sort orig- 
inated by Whitley in 1S08. It should be known only as " Whitleyi," and " Queen 
Victoria" and its many other synon5'ms stricken from the trade lists. For a de- 
scription of "Whitleyi" see page 106. 

Note: There is, however, a variety "Queen Victoria" originated by Kelway 
within recent years. See page 93. 



Classification of the Peony 67 

REEVESIANA. 

•If there is a genuine variety by this name, it is not known to the committee. 
Wherever it lias been seen by the committee it has proved to be " Dr. Bretonneau " 
(Verdier). 

ROSA BARRY. 

This so-called variety, v/hich was supposed to have originated in Ellwanger & 
Barry's nurseries, has proved to be " Whitlcyi." 

For a description of " Whitleyi " see page 106. 

ROSAMOND. 

It is very doubtful if there is a true variety of peony by this name. Wherever 
it has been seen it has been a synonym of "Alexandre Dumas." 
For a description see Bulletin 278, page 252. 

ROSEA PLENISSIMA. 

This so-called variety is a synonym of " Fragrans," introduced from China by 
Sir Joseph Banks in 1805, since which it has masqueraded under many different 
names. See page 63. 

ROSEA PLENISSIMA SUPERBA. 

This so-called variety is a synonym of " Dr. Bretonneau," originated by Verdier 
in 1854. " Rosea Plenissima Superba " appeared suddenly in the trade within re- 
cent years from an unknown source. 

See "Dr. Bretonneau" (Verdier), Bulletin 278, page 263. 

ROSEA SUPERBA. 

This so-called variety is a synonym of " Dr. Bretonneau," originated by Verdier 
in 1854. "Rosea Superba" appeared suddenly in the trade within recent years 
from an unknown source. 

See "Dr. Bretonneau" (Verdier), Bulletin 278, page 263. 

Note: The above should not be confused with " Dr. Bretonneau," originated 
by Guerin in 1850. See Bulletin 278, page 280. 

" Modeste Guerin " has also been found under the assumed name of " Rosea 
Superba." 

ROSETTA. 

This so-called variety appeared in the American trade within recent years. It 
is, however, a synonym of " General Bertrand," originated by Guerin in 1845. 

For a description see Bulletin 278, page 231. 

SNOW WHITE. 

This is a synonym of, and should be known as, "Whitleyi,** one of the oldest 
peonies in the trade. " Snow White " began its masquerade within recent years. 
For a description of " Whitleyi " see page 106. 

STEWART'S AMERICA. 

This so-called variety is one of the many synonyms for "Whitleyi," which has 
been in the trade since 1808. "Stewart's America" appeared in the trade from 
unknown sources within recent years. 

Correclion to Bulletin 259. The above was described as a true variety in the 
aforementioned publication before.it was known to be a synonym of "Whitleyi." 
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THISBE. 

This so-called variety, which has been catalogued by both American and Euro- 
pean growers, has proved to be "Dr. Bretonneau " (Vcrdier). " Thisbe " should 
be stricken from the trade, with the several other synonyms of this well known 
sort. 

For a description of " Dr. Bretonneau " (Verdier) see Bulletin 278, page 263. 

THURLOW'S DOUBLE RED. 

Although this variety was supposed to have originated in Mr. T. C. Thurlow's 
nursery, it seems identical with " Dr. Caillot," originated by Verdier in 1856. 
The committee is of the opinion that it can safely be considered a synonym of 
" Dr. Caillot." 

Note: The plants on which judgment was passed were sent to the Cornell plots 
by Mr. Thurlow in 1907. 

Correction to Bulletin 278. The above was described in this publication before 
it was known to be a synonym. 

TRIUMPHANS GANDAVENSIS. 

Synonym — This so-called variety is, without doubt, "Alice de Julvecourt " and 
should be known as such. " Alice de Julvecourt " was originated by Pele in 1857, 
while Triumphans Gandavensis suddenly appeared from unknown sources a few 
years later. For "Alice de Julvecourt " see page 103. 

Correction to Bulletin 259. This sort was wrongly described under the above 
name in Bulletin 259 before it was known to be a synonym. 

VICTOR DURUFLE. 

It is very doubtful if there is a true variety by this name; wherever it has been 
observed, it has proved to be identical with " Lutea Plenissima," and should there- 
fore be known only as a synonym of this well known variety. For a description 
of " Lutea Plenissima " see Bulletin 278, page 249. 

ADDITIONAL SYNONYMS 

Noted in Bulletin 278 

PAGE PAGE 

Acanum 255 Lemoine 289 

Bridesmaid 242 Lilacina Superba 258 

Canista 266 Maiden's Blush 254 

Cyntherii 247 Mamie Cutler 256 

Delia 256 Mons. Andre 251 

Early Rose 256 Pizano 258 

Edulis Odorata 256 Rosa Lilacina 259 

Emma 257 Sailct 241 

Glorie de Deumai 258 Sainfoin 259 

Grandiflora Alba Laciniata 248 Superba 260 

Gretchen 233 Sylvanus 260 

Hector 258 Thorbeckii 292 

Jussier 245 Water Lily 242 



Classification of the Peony 69 

DESCRIPTION OF VARIETIES 

SINGLE TYPE 
White COUNTESS OF WARWICK. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Kelway. 

Donated by Farr. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom single. Color (total effect) 2 (7) lilac 
white. Fragrance unpleasant X. Blooming time early. Very large size. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant erect, medium tall, compact. Growth strong 
and healthy. Stem medium long, very strong, green to reddish green. Bloom- 
ing habit medium. Buds borne in clusters. Foliage well furnished, medium 
to light green, medium size ; veins green. 

Couunercial value — For cut bloom poor; landscape value good. 

Remarks — Similar to "Flag of Truce" but heavier stem, slightly taller, coarser 
foliage, and more open bloom. " The Queen " has a lighter foliage and is 
slightly mere double. 

FLAG OF TRUCE. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Kelway. 

Donated by Farr. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom single. Color (total effect) lilac white 

3-4 (7) » guards clear. Fragrance unpleasant XX. Blooming time early. 

Large size. 
Description of plant — Habit of plant erect, medium to dwarf, compact. Growth 

strong and healthy. Stem medium long, strong, green. Blooming habit very 

free. Buds borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage well furnished, medium 

green, medium size ; veins green. 
Commercial value — Landscape value extra good single. Variety as a whole extra 

good. 
Remarks — This is a better bloomer than "Countess of Warwick." 

THE QUEEN. 

Species— P. albiflora. Originated by Kelway. 

Donated by Farr. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom single. Color (total effect) lilac white i 
(7) ; guards slightly splashed. Very desirable, single white bloom. Fragrance 
unpleasant XX. Blooming time early. Large size. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant erect, medium to tall, compact. Growth 
strong and healthy. Stem medium long, strong, green to reddish green. 
Blooming habit free. Buds borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage well fur- 
nished, medium to light green, medium size ; veins green. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom poor; landscape value extra good. Variety as 
a whole good. 

DOROTHY. 
Pink 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Kelway. 

Donated by Thurlow. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom single. Form of bloom flat. Color (total 
effect) violet rose 4 (145) ; guards clear. Single row of guards, smooth car- 



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pels, red stigmas. Fragrance unpleasant XX. Blooming time mid-season. 

Size medium to large. 
Description of plant — Habit of plant erect, medium height, compact. Growth 

strong and healthy. Stem medium long, medium strong, green. Blooming 

habit free. Buds borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage very well furnished, 

medium to light green, coarse; veins green. 
Cunim-ercial value — For cut bloom poor; landscape value medium. Variety as a 

whole medium. 

EMILY. 
Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Kelway. 

Donated by Farr. 
Description of bloom — Type of bloom single. Form of bloom globular. Color 

(total effect) violet rose i (154). Double row of petals. Bloom does not open 

up wide. Fragrance unpleasant XX. Blooming time extra early. Medium 

size. 
Description of plant — Habit of plant erect, medium to tall, medium compact. 

Growth strong and healthy. Stem medium to long, strong, red. Blooming 

habit free. Buds borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage medium furnished, 

medium green, medium size ; veins red. 
Commercial value — For cut bloom poor ; landscape value medium. Variety as a 

whole medium. 
Remarks — Not an especially clear, desirable color. 

LEUCADIA. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Kelway. 

Donated by Thurlow. y 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom single. Form of bloom flat. Color (total 
effect) solferino red 2 (157); guards clear; carpels green; smooth, white 
stigmas; collar petals silver tipped. Fragrance unpleasant X. Blooming time 
mid-season. Large size. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant erect, tall, medium compact. Growth strong 
and healthy. Stem long, strong, green. Blooming habit free. Buds borne in 
clusters, healthy. Foliage medium furnished, light green, coarse ; veins green. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom poor; landscape value medium. Variety as a 
whole medium. 

MAY DAVIDSON. 

Species — P. albiflora. Origin unknown. 

Donated by Cottage Gardens Company. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom single. Form of bloom flat, two rows of 
guards. Color (total effect) pale lilac rose I (178); guards clear; center a 
mass of yellow stamens; silver tipped bloom. One of the largest singles in 
existence. Fragrance pleasant XX. Blooming time mid-season. Very large 
size. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant erect, tall, compact. Growth strong and 
healthy. Stem long, very strong, reddish green. Blooming habit free. Buds 
borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage well furnished, dark green, medium size; 
veins reddish green. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom poor; landscape value good. Variety as a 
whole good. 



Classification of th>e Peony 71 

VESTA. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Kelway. 

Donated by Farr. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom single. Color (total effect) violet rose 

I (154); guards clear. Fragrance unpleasant XX. Blooming time early. 

Large size. 
Description of plant — Habit of plant erect, medium tall, medium compact. Growth 

medium strong, healthy. Stem medium long, strong, red to reddish green. 

Blooming habit free. Buds single. Foliage medium furnished, medium green, 

medium size ; veins reddish green. 
Commercial value — For cut bloom poor; landscape value medium. Variety as a 

whole medium. 
Remarks — Similar to "Emily," possibly not as strong grower and slightly later 

season. 

AUSTIN CHAMBERLAIN. 

Red 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Kelway, 1900-1007. 

Donated by Farr. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom single. Color (total effect) amaranth red 

4 (168) ; collar specked light. Fragrance unpleasant XXX. Blooming time 

early. Large size. 
Description of plant — Habit of plant erect, tall to medium, compact. Growth 

strong and healthy. Stem medium long, strong, reddish green. Blooming 

habit free. Buds borne in clusters. Foliage very well furnished, medium 

green, medium size ; veins reddish green. 
Commercial value — For cut bloom poor ; landscape value good. Variety as a 

whole good. 
Remarks — Similar to "The King" but better furnished, more compact grower, 

more petals, freer bloomer. 

AUTUMNUS. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Kelway. 

Donated by Farr. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom single. Form of bloom flat. Color (total 

effect) amaranth red 4 (168) ; guards clear. Fragrance unpleasant X. 

Blooming time extra early. Size medium. 
Description of plant — Habit of plant erect, medium to dwarf, medium compact. 

Growth strong and healthy. Stem medium length, medium strength, red. 

Blooming habit medium. Buds of laterals developed (seldom). Foliage well 

furnished, medium green, medium size; veins red. 
Commercial value — For cut bloom poor; landscape value medium. Variety as a 

whole medium to poor. 
Remarks — Same color as ".Austin Chamberlain" but not as free bloomer and 

more dwarf. 

FLAG OF WAR. 
Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Kelway. 

Donated by Farr. 
Description of bloom — Type of bloom single. Color (total effect) purple garnet 

4 (165) ; guards clear. Fragrance unpleasant XX. Blooming time early. 

Large size. 



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Description of plant — Habit of plant erect, tall, compact. Growth strong and 
healthy. Stem long, strong, vivid red. Blooming habit medium. Buds sin- 
gle. Foliage medium furnished, dark green, medium size ; veins red. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom poor; landscape value good. Variety as a 
whole good. 

Remarks — Similar to "Frank Bramley " but darker foliage, darker red stems, 
and slightly brighter bloom, not quite as large, blooms single. 

FRANK BRAMLEY. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Kelway. 

Donated by Farr. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom single. Color (total effect) rosy magenta 

4 (169); guards clear; bloom has slight silver reflex. Fragrance unpleasant 

XX. Blooming time early. Size very large. 
Description of plant — Habit of plant erect, tall, compact. Growth strong and 

healthy. Stem long, strong, reddish green. Blooming habit free. Buds borne 

in clusters. Foliage well furnished, dark green to medium green, medium size; 

veins red. 
Commercial value — For cut bloom poor; landscape value good. Variety as a 

whole good. 

JUPITER. 
Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Kelwaj'. 

Donated by Farr. 
Description of bloom — Type of bloom single. Color (total effect) rosy magenta' 

3 (i6q) ; guards clear. One of the most attractive single blooms of this color. 
Fragrance unpleasant XX. Blooming time early. Size medium to large. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant erect, medium tall, compact. Growth strong 

and healthy. Stem medium long, strong, red. Blooming habit very free. 

Buds borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage well furnished, light green, medium 

size to fine ; veins reddish green. 
Commercial value — For cut bloom poor; landscape value extra good. Variety as 

a whole extra good. 
Remarks — Light green foliage distinguishes it from all other red singles. One of 

the best. Distinct from "Jupiter" (Calot, 1867). 

MILLAIS. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Kelway. 

Donated by Farr. 
•Description of bloom — Type of bloom single. Color (total effect) dark crimson 

4 (168) ; guards clear. Fragrance unpleasant XX. Blooming time early. 
Very large size. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant erect, tall, medium compact. Growth strong 
and healthy. Stem long, strong, red. Blooming habit free. Buds borne in 
clusters. Foliage medium furnished, medium green to dark green, medium 
size ; veins reddish green. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom poor ; landscape value good. Variety as a 
whole medium. 

Remarks — Similar to "Flag of War," but not as dark stems or foliage, larger 
bloom. 



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STANLEY. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Kelway. 

Donated by Farr. 

Descripion of bloom — Type of bloom single. Color (total effect) dark crimson 5 
(165); guards clear. Fragrance unpleasant X. Blooming time early to mid- 
season. Large size. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant erect, medium tall, medium compact. Growth 
strong and healthy. Stem medium long, strong, vivid red. Blooming habit 
free. Buds borne in clusters. Foliage medium furnished, dark green, medium 
size ; veins red. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom poor; landscape value good. Variety as a 
whole good. 

Remarks — Not as tall a grower as " Frank Bramley," possibly a heavier bloomer. 
" Stanley " is the better of the two varieties. 

This variety should not be confused with "Stanley" (Crousse, 1879), w^hich 
is a double sort. See Bulletin 278, page 292. 

THE KING. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Kelway. 

Donated by Farr. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom single. Color (total effect) 4-5 (160) 
aniline red. Fragrance unpleasant XX. Blooming time early. Medium size. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant erect, medium tall, compact. Growth strong 
and healthy. Stem medium long to long, medium to strong, red. Blooming 
habit medium. Buds borne in clusters, slight blight. Foliage medium fur- 
nished, dark green to medium, medium size; veins red. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom poor; landscape value medium. \'ariety as a 
whole medium. 

JAPANESE TYPE 

MODESTY. 
White 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Kelway. 

Donated by Hollis. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom Japanese. Form of bloom flat, loose. Not 
entirely transformed. Differentiated. Color (total effect) white ; guards clear, 
milk white; center clear, cream white. Hairy, green carpels, white stigmas. 
Fragrance pleasant XX. Blooming time mid-season. Large size. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant medium erect, medium height, medium com- 
pact. Growth medium strong, healthy. Stem medium long, strong, reddish 
green. Blooming habit medium. Buds borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage 
well furnished, dark green, fine ; veins reddish green. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom poor : landscape value poor. Variety as a 
whole poor. 

WHITE LADY. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Kelway. 

Donated by Farr. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom Japanese. Differentiated. Not entirely 
transformed. Color (total effect) lilac white; guards clear; center clear, 
amber yellow. Double row of guards. Fragrance unpleasant X. Blooming 
time early to mid-season. Medium size. 



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Description of plant — Habit of plant erect, medium to dwarf, compact. Growth 
strong and healthy. Stem medium long to short, strong, green. Blooming 
habit free. Buds borne in clusters. Foliage well furnished, light green, 
medium size ; veins green. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom medium; landscape value extra good. Variety 
as a whole extra good. 

Remarks — One of the most attractive Japanese blooms in the trade. 

CINDERELLA. 

Pink and White 

Species — P. albifiora. Originated by Hollis. 

Donated by Hollis. 

Description of bloom. — Type of bloom Japanese. Form of bloom globular, me- 
dium compact. Differentiated. Not entirely transformed. Color (total 
effect) mauve and cream; guards 4 (181) pure mauve, streaked light; center 
cream white. Fragrance unpleasant X. Blooming time mid-season. Size 
medium. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant very erect, medium to tall, compact. 
Growth strong and healthy. Stem long, strong, red. Blooming habit free. 
Lateral buds undeveloped. Foliage well furnished, dark green, medium size; 
veins reddish green. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom poor; landscape value medium. Variety as a 
whole medium to good. 

HITY TITY. 

Pink 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Hollis, 1909. 

Donated by Hollis. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom Japanese. Form of bloom globular, very 
loose. Differentiated. Not entirely transformed. Color (total effect) pale 
lilac rose 2 (178); guards clear; center cream, clear. Green carpels, white 
stigmas. Fragrance unpleasant X. Blooming time mid-season. Small size. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant erect, dwarf, compact. Growth medium 
strong, diseased. Stem short, medium strong, reddish green. Blooming habit 
shy. Lateral buds undeveloped, blight. Foliage well furnished, medium green, 
fine; veins green. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom poor ; landscape value poor. Variety as a whole 
worthless. 

INNOCENCE. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Hollis, 1904. 

Donated by Hollis. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom Japanese. Form of bloom flat, medium 
compact to loose. Differentiated. Noit entirely transformed. Color (total 
effect) I (152) lilac rose; guards clear; center canary yellow fading to cream 
white. Hairy, pale, yellowish green carpels and yellow stigmas. Fragrance 
pleasant X. Blooming time mid-season. Medium size. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant erect, tall, compact. Growth strong and 
healthy. Stem long, strong, green. Blooming habit free. Buds borne in 
clusters. Foliage well furnished, medium green, medium size; veins reddish 
green. 

Commercial lvalue — For cut bloom poor; landscape value medium. Variety as a 
whole medium. 



Classification of the Peony 75 

SUNBEAM. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Hollis, 1904. 

Donated by Farr. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom Japanese. Form of bloom flat, loose. Dif- 
ferentiated. Not entirely transformed. Color (total effect) i (129) pale rose 
pink; guards clear; guards fade to lilac white; center canary yellow i (17) 
fading to cream white. Fragrance pleasant X. Blooming time mid-season. 
Medium size. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant erect, medium tall, compact. Growth strong 
and healthy. Stem medium long, strong, reddish green. Blooming habit me- 
dium. Buds borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage well furnished, medium green, 
medium size ; veins reddish green. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom poor; landscape value good. Variety as a 
whole medium. 

SUNRISE. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Hollis, 1908. 

Donated by Hollis. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom Japanese. Form of bloom globular, me- 
dium compact to compact. Differentiated. Entirely transformed. Color (total 
effect) pale lilac rose i (178); guards clear; center clear, canary yellow. 
Strong blooms produce crown of i or 2 petals flecked crimson. Fragrance 
pleasant X. Blooming time mid-season. Large size. 

Description of plant — -Habit of plant medium erect to drooping, tall, medium com- 
pact. Growth strong and healthy. Stem long, strong, reddish green. Bloom- 
ing habit free. Buds borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage well furnished, dark 
green, very coarse ; veins red. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom poor ; landscape value medium. Variety as a 
whole medium. 

ATTRACTION. 

Red 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Hollis, 1906. 

Donated by Farr. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom Japanese. Form of bloom flat, medium 
compact. Differentiated. Not entirely transformed. Color (total effect) 
tyrian rose 4 (155); guards, tyrian rose, clear; center clear. Center same 
color as guards, tipped with yellow, fades more quickly than guards. Fra- 
grance pleasant X. Blooming time mid-season. Very large size. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant erect, medium to tall, compact. Growth 
strong and healthy. Stem long, strong, reddish green. Blooming habit free. 
Buds borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage well furnished, medium to light 
green, medium size; veins reddish green. 

Commercial fahie — For cut bloom poor, landscape value medium. Variety as a 
whole medium. 

CROWN OF THORNS. 

Species — P. albiliora. Originated by Hollis, 1907. 

Donated by Hollis. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom Japanese. Form of bloom medium glob- 
ular, compact. Differentiated. Not entirely transformed. Color (total ef- 
fect) I (169) rosy magenta; guards clear; collar same as guards; center clear. 



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Smooth, green carpels, yellow stigma. Center fades much lighter than the 
guards. Fragrance pleasant XX. Blooming time early. Size medium to 
small. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant erect, medium tall, compact. Growth strong, 
slightly diseased. Stem medium long, medium strong, reddish green. Bloom- 
ing habit medium. Buds borne in clusters. Slight blight. Foliage well fur- 
nished, medium green, fine ; veins red. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom poor; landscape value poor. Variety as a 
whole poor. 

FLASHLIGHT. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Hollis, 1906. 

Donated by Farr. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom Japanese. Form of bloom globular, me- 
dium compact to loose. Differentiated. Not entirely transformed. Color 
(total effect) tyrian rose i (15s); guards have slight streak; center clear. 
The center is amber yellow, shading pink at base. Fragrance unpleasant X. 
Blooming time early. Very large size. 

Description of plajit — Hahit of plant erect, medium height, compact. Growth 
strong and healthy. Stem medium long, strong, red. Blooming habit free. 
Buds borne in clusters. Foliage well furnished, dark green, medium size : 
veins red. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom poor; landscape value medium. Variety as a 
whole medium. 

GLORY. 

Species — P, albiflora. Originated by Hollis, 1907. 

Donated by Farr. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom Japanese. Form of bloom flat, medium 
compact to loose. Color (total effect) i (155) tyrian rose; guards clear; cen- 
ter golden yellow. Bloom on strong plants, petals same color as guards will 
likely develop in center of bloom ; silver tip. Fragrance unpleasant X. 
Blooming time mid-season to late. Size medium. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant erect, medium tall, medium compact. 
Growth strong. Stem medium 1-ong, medium strong, reddish green. Bloom- 
ing habit free. Buds borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage well furnished, dark 
green to medium, fine; veins reddish green. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom poor; landscape value medium. Variety as a 
whole medium. 

GYPSY. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Hollis, 190-^. 

Donated by Farr. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom Japanese. Form of bloom flat, loose. Dif- 
ferentiated. Entirely transformed. Color (total effect) 5 (155) tyrian rose ; 
guards clear: center of bloom same color as guards. Does not fade as quickly 
as "Attraction." Fragrance unpleasant X. Blooming time mid-season. 
Large size. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant erect, medium tall, medium compact. Growth 
strong and healthy. Stem long to medium, medium strong, reddish green. 
Blooming habit free. Buds borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage well furnished, 
medium green, fine ; veins green to reddish green. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom poor; landscape value good. Variety as a 
whole good. 



Classification of the Peony 'J'j 

PRINCE ALERT. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Hollis, 1904. 

Donated by Hollis. 

Description of bloojii — Type of bloom Japanese. Form of bloom flat, medium 

compact. Differentiated. Not entirely transformed. Color (total effect) i 

(155) tyrian rose; guards clear; center clear; center pale pink with yellow 

remnants. Carpels pale green, pinkish white stigmas. Fragrance pleasant X. 

Blooming time late. Small to very small size. 
Description of plant — Hsihit of plant erect, dwarf, compact. Growth medium 

strong, diseased. Stem short, strong, reddish green. Blooming habit shy. 

Buds borne in clusters, blight. Foliage well furnished, dark green, medium 

size ; veins green. 
Commercial value — For cut bloom poor; landscape value poor. Variety as a 

whole worthless. 

WITCH. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Hollis, 1908. 

Donated by Hollis. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom Japanese. Form of bloom globular, loose. 
Dift'erentiated. Not entirely transformed. Color (total effect) i (155) 
tyrian rose ; guards have light streaks ; center same color as guards. Hairy, 
green carpels, white stigmas. Fragrance pleasant X. Blooming time mid- 
season. Small size. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant erect, medium tall, medium compact to com- 
pact. Growth strong and healthy. Stem medium long, medium strong to 
weak, red. Blooming habit medium. Lateral buds undeveloped, blight. 
Foliage well furnished, dark green, fine ; veins red. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom poor; landscape value poor. Variety as a 
whole poor. 

Remarks — Not an attractive bloom. 



ANEMONE TYPE 

GOLDEN WEDDING. 

White 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Pleas. 

Donated by Cottage Gardens Company. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom anemone. Form of bloom globular, loose. 
Differentiated. Not entirely transformed. Color (total effect) yellowish 
white ; guards splashed with rosy white ; center canary yellow, clear. Carpels 
green, yellow stigmas. Bloom fades to creamy white center. Fragrance 
pleasant X. Blooming time early. Size large. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant erect, tall, medium compact. Growth strong 
and healthy. Stem long, strong, reddish green. Blooming habit free. Buds 
borne in clusters. Foliage medium furnished, medium green, medium size; 
veins red. 

Conuucrcial value — For cut bloom poor; landscape value medium. Variety as a 
whole medium. 



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MORNING STAR. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Terry. 

Donated by Farr. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom anemone. Form of bloom flat, loose. 
Differentiated. Not entirely transformed. Color (total effect) milk white; 
guards flecked with crimson. Very strong blooms produce petals in center 
with crimson flecks ; 4-8 carpels, red stigmas. Fragrance pleasant X. Bloom- 
ing time mid-season. Medium to small size. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant erect, medium height, compact. Growth 
strong and healthy. Stem medium long, strong, green. Blooming habit free. 
Buds single, healthy. Foliage well furnished, light green, medium size; veins 
green. 

Coniincicial value — For cut bloom poor; landscape value good. Variety as a 
whole good. 

YOUTH. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by HoUis, 1908. 

Donated by Mollis. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom anemone. Form of bloom flat, loose. 

Differentiated. Not entirely transformed. Color (total effect) milk white ; 

guards clear; center cream white, clear. Hairy, green carpels, white stigmas; 

very strong blooms occasionally show crown. Fragrance pleasant X. Bloom- 
ing time mid-season. Medium to large size. 
Description of plant — Habit of plant medium erect, tall, compact. Growth strong 

and healthy. Stem long, strong, green to reddish green. Blooming habit free. 

Buds borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage well furnished, dark green, medium 

size; veins reddish green. 
Commercial value — For cut bloom poor ; landscape value poor. Variety as a 

whole poor. 

Pink and White AURORA. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Hollis. 

Donated by Hollis. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom anemone. Form of bloom globular, loose. 
Not differentiated. Not entirely transformed. Color (total effect) solferino 
red 2 (157) ; guards clear; center cream to milk white, clear; secondary sta- 
minodes absent ; linear petals. Strong blooms have few central petals same 
color as guards, flecked. Fragrance lacking. Blooming time mid-season. Size 
medium to large. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant erect, medium to tall, very compact. Growth 
strong and healthy. Stem medium length, strong, reddish green. Blooming 
habit free. Buds borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage well furnished, medium 
green, medium size, veins green. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom poor; landscape value, medium to good. Va- 
riety as a whole medium. 

Remarks — "Arcadia" cannot be distinguished except that it may be a slightly 
lower growing plant. This should not be confused with " Aurora " originated 
by Mrs. Pleas, see Bulletin 278, page 237. nor with "Aurore " (Dessert). 



Classification of the Peonv 79 

Pink GOLD NUGGET. 

S/^ccics — P. albiflora. Originated by Pleas. 

Donated by Pleas. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom anemone. Form of bloom globular, very 
loose. Differentiated. Not entirely transformed. Color (total effect) pale 
lilac rose; guards clear; collar cream white, lighter than guards; center clear; 
secondary staminodes absent. Green, hairy carpels, cream stigmas, crown 
formed by few large petals on strong blooms. Central petals J4 inch wide. 
Fragrance unpleasant X. Blooming time early to mid-season. Large size. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant erect, medium tall, compact. Growth strong 
and healthy. Stem medium long, strong, green. Blooming habit free. Buds 
borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage well furnished, dark green, fine; veins 
reddish green. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom poor; landscape value medium. Variety as a 
whole medium to poor. 

AUGUSTE LEMONIER. 
Red 

species — P. albiflora. Originated by Calot, 1865. 

Donated by Kline. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom anemone. Form of bloom flat, medium 

compact. Differentiated. Not entirely transformed. Color (total effect) 

reddish violet; guards, 3-4 (180), clear; center uniform color. Fragrance 

pleasant X. Blooming time mid-season. Medium to small in size. 
Description of plant — Habit of plant erect, medium height, medium compact. 

Growth strong and healthy. Stem medium long, strong, reddish green. 

Blooming habit medium. Buds borne in clusters. Foliage well furnished, 

dark green, medium size; veins reddish green. 
Commercial value — For cut bloom medium; landscape value medium. Variety as 

a whole medium. 

CURIOSITY. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Dessert & Mechin, 1886. 

Donated by Cottage Gardens Company. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom anemone. Weak blooms are nearly single, 
while very strong ones may be semi-double. Form of bloom medium glob- 
ular, compact. Differentiated. Not entirely transformed. Color (total ef- 
fect) 4 (iSo) reddish violet; guards clear; collar same as guards; center clear, 
tipped yellow. Green carpels, pink stigmas, occasional wide petal appearing 
in center. Fragrance pleasant X. Blooming time mid-season. Large size. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant erect, tall, medium compact. Growth strong 
and healthy. Stem long, strong, reddish green. Blooming habit free. Buds 
borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage medium furnished, medium green, fine ; 
veins reddish green. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom medium ; for landscape value medium. Vari- 
ety as a whole medium. 

EUREKA. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Terry. 

Donated by Farr. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom anemone. Form of bloom globular, com- 
pact. Differentiated. Not entirely transformed. Color (total effect) 4 (i5S) 



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tyrian rose; guards streaked light in center; collar same as guards; center 
clear. The very strong blooms have a tendency to produce low crown. Fra- 
grance unpleasant X. Blooming time mid-season. Small size. 

Dcscriplion of plant — Habit of plant medium erect, medium height, medium com- 
pact. Growth strong and healthy. Stem medium long, medium strong, red. 
Blooming habit medium to shy. Lateral buds undeveloped, healthy. Foliage 
well furnished, dark green, fine ; veins red. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom poor ; landscape value poor. Variety as a 
whole poor. 

L'AVENIR. 

Species— P. albiflora. Originated by Calot, 1868. 

Donated by Farr. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom anemone. Form of bloom globular, me- 
dium compact. Color (total effect) i (180) reddish violet; guards clear; 
center yellow and reddish violet. Fragrance pleasant X. Blooming time mid- 
season. Medium size. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant erect, tall, compact. Growth strong and 
healthy. Stem long, very strong, green. Blooming habit free. Buds borne 
in clusters, healthy. Foliage well furnished, dark green, medium to fine in 
size; veins red. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom poor; landscape value medium. Variety as a 
whole medium. 

ROSEA MAGNA. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Guerin, 1856. 

Donated by Blue Hill Nursery. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom anemone. Form of bloom globular, loose. 
Differentiated. Not entirely transformed. Color (total effect) i (169) rosy 
magenta; guards clear; center milk white, clear. Red carpels and red stig- 
mas. Strong blooms have center mixed with petals of the same color as 
guards. Usually the central petals are H inch wide. Fragrance pleasant X. 
Blooming time mid-season. Large size. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant medium erect, tall, compact. Growth strong 
and healthy. Stem long, strong, reddish green. Blooming habit free. Buds 
borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage medium furnished, medium green, coarse ; 
veins green. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom poor ; landscape value poor. Variety as a 



whole poor. 



SEMI-DOUBLE TYPE 
MADAME COURANT. 



Pink and White 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Courant, 1850. 

Donated by De Graff Brothers. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom semi-double. Form of bloom flat, medium 
compact. Not differentiated. Color (total effect) pink and white ; guards 
clear 2 (154) violet rose; center clear, fades lilac white; secondary sta- 
minodes absent. Smooth, green carpels and cream stigmas. Fragrance un- 
pleasant XX. Blooming time mid-season. Large size. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant medium erect to drooping, tall, compact. 



Classification of the Peonv 8i 

Growth strong and healthy. Stem long, strong, red. Blooming habit free. 

Buds borne in clusters, healthy. P"oliage well furnished, dark green, coarse; 

veins red. 
Commercial value — For cut bloom poor ; landscape value medium. Variety as 

a whole medium. 
Synonyniis — " Phoenica Variegata," "Perfection." 

Pink DAYBREAK. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Hollis, 1909. 

Donated by Farr and Flollis. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom semi-double. Form of bloom flat, loose. 
Not differentiated. Not entirely transformed. Color (total effect) violet 
rose 4 (154); guards clear; uniform color throughout; center clear 4 (154). 
Fragrance unpleasant XX. Blooming time early. Size large. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant medium erect, medium height, medium com- 
pact. Growth strong and healthy. Stem long, strong, reddish green. Bloom- 
ing habit medium. Buds borne in clusters. Foliage medium furnished, me- 
dium green, medium size ; veins reddish green. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom poor; landscape value good. Variety as a 
whole good. 

EVENING GLOW. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Hollis, 1907. 

Donated by Hollis. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom semi-double. Form of bloom flat, medium 
compact. Not differentiated. Not entirely transformed. Color (total ef- 
fect) hydrangea pink i (132) tipped with white, uniform color. Stamens are 
plainly visible in the center of the bloom when fully open. Imbricated bloom. 
Fragrance pleasant XX. Blooming time early. Size very large. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant medium erect to erect, tall, compact. Growth 
strong and healthy. Stem long, strong, reddish green. Blooming habit free. 
Buds borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage well furnished, dark green, coarse ; 
veins reddish green. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom medium ; landscape value good to extra good. 
Variety as a whole good. 

Remarks — The center of the bloom fades pure white. 

GENERAL CUSTER. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Terry. 

Donated by Thurlow. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom semi-double. Form of bloom globular, 
loose. Not differentiated. Not entirely transformed. Color (total effect) 
light violet rose i (154); guards streaked; center clear; uniform color 
throughout. Fades to white in center and tips of petals. Fragrance un- 
pleasant XX. Blooming time mid-season. Size large. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant medium erect, medium height, compact. 
Growth strong and healthy. Stem medium long, strong, reddish green. 
Blooming habit medium. Buds borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage well fur- 
nished, medium green, coarse ; veins green. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom poor; landscape value medium. Variety as a 
whole medium. 



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HARRIET BEECHER STOWE. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Hollis, 1907. 

Donated by Hollis. 

Description of bloo)n — Type of bloom semi-double. Form of bloom flat, loose. 
Not differentiated. Not entirely transformed. Color (total effect) hydrangea 
pink; fades to milk white in center; guards flecked and streaked crimson; cen- 
ter clear, lighter; secondary staminodes absent. Fragrance unpleasant XXX. 
Blooming time mid-season to early. Large size. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant erect, medium tall to tall, compact. Growth 
strong and healthy. Stem long, strong, red. Blooming habit free. Buds 
borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage medium furnished, dark green, coarse ; 
veins red. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom poor; landscape value medium to poor. Vari- 
ety as a whole medium to poor. 

MADAME CARPENTIER. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Delache, 1850. 

Donated by Dessert. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom semi-double. Form of bloom flat, loose. 
Not differentiated. Not entirely transformed. Color (total effect) violet rose 
3 (154) ; guards flecked; collar lighter than guards; center flecked with crim- 
son ; secondary staminodes absent. The center of bloom fades to lilac white. 
P'ragrance pleasant X. Blooming time mid-season. Large size. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant medium erect, medium height, medium com- 
pact. Growth medium strong, healthy. Stem medium long, strong, red. 
Blooming habit free. Buds borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage well furnished, 
dark green, fine; veins red. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom medium; landscape value good. Variety as a 
whole medium to good. 

MADAME JOANNA SALLIER. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Paillet. 

Donated by Shaylor and McKissock. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom semi-double. Form of bloom globular, 
medium compact. Not differentiated. Not entirely transformed. Color 
(total effect) 4 (154) violet rose; guards flecked with crimson, splashed with 
crimson; collar same color as guards; center prominently flecked with crim- 
son. Fragrance unpleasant X. Blooming time early to mid-season. Large 
size. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant erect, tall, medium compact. Growth strong 
and healthy. Stem long, strong, reddish green. Blooming habit free. Buds 
borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage medium furnished, medium to dark green, 
medium .size ; veins red. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom medium; landscape value medium. Variety 
as a whole medium. 

NE PLUS ULTRA. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Miellez, 1856. 

Donated by Farr. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom semi-double. Form of bloom flat, loose. 



Classification of the Peony 83 

Not differentiated. Not entirely transformed. Color (total effect) pure 
mauve; uniform color throughout i (181) ; bloom silver tipped, slight splash. 
Fragrance pleasant X. Blooming time early to mid-season. Medium size. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant medium erect, medium tall, medium compact 
to open. Growth strong. Stem medium long, medium strong, red. Bloom- 
ing habit free. Buds single, healthy. Foliage medium furnished, light green, 
medium size ; veins reddish green. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom poor; landscape value medium. Variety as a 
whole medium. 

SOUTH WEYMOUTH. 

Species — v. albiflora. Originated by Hollis. 

Donated by Hollis. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom semi-double. Form of bloom flat, loose. 

Not differentiated. Not entirely transformed. Color (total effect) violet rose 

3 (154); guards prominently splashed; collar same color as guards; center 

fades to lilac white, clear. Fragrance pleasant X. Blooming time early to 

mid-season, medium size. 
Description of plant — Habit of plant erect, medium tall, medium compact. Growth 

medium strong, healthy. Stem medium long, medium strong, vivid red. 

Blooming habit medium. Buds borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage medium 

furnished, dark green, medium size ; veins red. 
Commercial value — For cut bloom poor; landscape value poor. Variety as a 

whole poor to worthless. 

THEODORE ROOSEVELT. 

Species — P. albifiora. Originated by Pleas. 

Donated by Wild. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom semi-double. Form of bloom flat, loose. 
Not differentiated. Not entirely transformed. Color (total effect) pale lilac 
rose I (178); guards splashed; collar same as guards; center slightly flecked 
crimson ; secondary staminodes absent. Color is splashed on similarly to " Asa 
Gray." Fragrance unpleasant X. Blooming time early to mid-season. Large 
size. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant drooping, medium tall, medium compact. 
Growth strong and healthy. Stem long, strong, red. Blooming habit free. 
Buds borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage well furnished, dark green, coarse ; 
veins reddish green. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom poor ; landscape value poor. Variety as a 
whole poor. 

Remarks — " Delachei " has been confused with and sold under the above name. 

WELCOME GUEST. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Hollis, 1904. 

Donated by Farr. 

Description of blooni — Type of bloom semi-double. Form of bloom loose. Not 
differentiated. Not entirely transformed. Color (total effect) bright rose 
I (128) ; guards clear; collar same color as guards; center clear. Bloom fades 
in sun. Fragrance pleasant XX. Mid-season. Large size. 
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Description of plant — Habit of plant erect, tall, medium compact. Growth strong 
and healthy. Stem long, strong, red. Blooming habit free. Buds borne in 
clusters. Foliage medium furnished, medium green, coarse to medium in size; 
veins red. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom medium; landscape value medium. Variety 
as a virhole medium. 

ADOLPHE ROUSSEAU. 

Red 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Dessert and Mechin, 1890. 

Donated by Farr. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom semi-double. Form of bloom flat, loose. 
Not differentiated. Not entirely transformed. Color (total effect) purple 
garnet 5 (165), guards streaked light, collar same as guards, center clear; 
secondary staminodes absent. Cream white carpels, pink stigma, stamens vis- 
ible in center of bloom. Fragrance unpleasant X. Blooming time early. Size 
very large. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant erect, tall, medium compact. Growth strong, 
healthy. Stem long, strong, red. Blooming habit free. Buds borne in clus- 
ters. Foliage medium furnished, dark green, medium fine; veins red. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom poor; landscape value extra good. Variety 
as a whole good. 

Remarks — One of the best early reds for landscape. 

ANTIETAM. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Hollis, 1905. 

Donated by Hollis. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom semi-double. Form of bloom very flat, 
medium compact. Not differentiated. Not entirely transformed. Color 
(total effect), guards dark crimson 4 (168); guards streaked with white; col- 
lar same color as guards; center same as guards, clear; secondary staminodes 
absent. Fragrance unpleasant X. Blooming time mid-season. Small size. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant medium erect, medium to dwarf in height, 
compact. Growth medium strong, diseased. Stem medium to short in length, 
medium strong, red. Blooming habit shy. Buds have laterals undeveloped, 
blight. Foliage well furnished, dark green, fine; veins red. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom poor; landscape value poor. Variety as a 
whole worthless. 

CHARLES DE BELLEYME. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Verdier, i860. 

Donated by Farr. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom semi-double. Form of bloom globular, 

' loose. Not differentiated. Not entirely transformed. Color (total effect) 

dark crimson 4 (168); collar same as guards; center clear. Some guard 

petals streaked lighter on lower side. Fragrance unpleasant X. Blooming 

time mid-season. Size medium. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant erect, medium tall, compact. Growth strong 
and healthy. Stem medium long, strong, red. Blooming habit free. Buds 
borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage well furnished, medium green, medium 
size; veins red. 



Classification of the Peony 85 

Commercial value — For cut bloom poor ; landscape value good. Variety as a 

whole medium. 
Remarks — There may be a slight doubt as to the identity of this variety. 



CONTINENTAL. 

Species— P. albiflora. Originated by Hollis, 1905. 

Donated by Hollis. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom semi-double. Form of bloom flat, loose. 
Not differentiated. Not entirely transformed. Color (total effect) magenta 
4 (182); guards flecked scarlet; uniform color, clear. Fades silver tipped, 
broad petals, imbricated bloom, yellow stamens visible at center. Fragrance 
unpleasant X. Blooming time mid-season. Size large. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant erect, medium tall, very compact. Growth 
strong and healthy. Stem long, strong, red. Blooming habit free. Buds 
borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage well furnished, light green, coarse; veins 
red. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom poor; landscape value good. Variety as a 
whole medium. 

DESCARTES. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Dessert & Mechin, 1885. 

Donated by Shaylor. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom semi-double. Form of bloom flat, loose. 
Not differentiated. Not entirely transformed. Color (total effect) aniline 
red 4 (160) ; guards clear; collar same as guards; center streaked light. Fra- 
grance pleasant X. Blooming time mid-season. Size large. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant erect, tall, compact. Growth strong and 
healthy. Stem long, strong, reddish green. Blooming habit free. Buds 
borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage well furnished, dark green, medium size ; 
veins reddish green. 

Commercial value — For cut Ijloom poor; landscape value very good. Variety as 
a whole medium to good. 



EUGENE REIGNOUX. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Dessert 

Donated by Farr. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom semi-double. Form of bloom globular, 

loose. Not differentiated. N'ot entirely transformed. Color (total effect) 

magenta 4 (182) ; guards have occasional light streak; collar- same as guards; 

center clear. Fragrance unpleasant X. Blooming time early to mid-season. 

Size large. 
Description of plant — Habit of plant erect, medium height, medium compact. 

Growth strong. Stem medium long, strong, reddish green. Blooming habit 

free. Buds borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage well furnished, medium to 

dark green, medium size ; veins red. 
Commercial value — For cut bloom medium; landscape value medium. Variety 

as a whole medium. 



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JOHN HANCOCK. 

Species — P. albiflora . Originated by HoUis, 1907. 

Donated by Hollis. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom semi-double. Form of bloom globular, 
' loose. Not differentiated. Not entirely transformed. Color (total effect) 
4 (169) rosy magenta; guards streaked light; center clear; secondary sta- 
minodes absent. Bloom is very noticeably silver tipped. Fragrance un- 
pleasant XX. Blooming time mid-season. Medium size. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant erect, medium height, compact. Growth 
strong and healthy. Stem long, medium strong to strong, red. Blooming 
habit free. Buds borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage well furnished, medium 
green, medium size ; veins reddish green. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom medium; landscape value medium. Variety 
as a whole medium. 

LA SUBLIME. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Parmentier, 1850. 

Donated by Perennial Gardens. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom semi-double. P""orm of bloom flat, loose. 

Not differentiated. Not entirely transformed. Color (total effect) 5 (168) 

dark crimson; guards streaked light; collar same color as guards; center clear. 

Carpels pale yellow, pink stigmas, smooth. Fragrance unpleasant XX. 

Blooming time mid-season. Large size. 
Description of plant — Habit of plant erect, tall, medium compact. Growth strong 

and healthy. Stem long, strong, reddish green. Blooming habit free. Buds 

borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage medium furnished, dark green, fine; veins 

green. 
Commercial zialiie — For cut Moom poor; l<'<ndscai)e value medium. Variety as a 

whole medium. 

MILES STANDISH. 
Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Hollis. 

Donated by Hollis. 
Description of bloom — Type of bloom semi-double. Form of bloom globular, 

loose. Not differentiated. Not entirely transformed. Color (total effect) 

dark crimson 5 (168); guards streaked Hght ; center same as guards, clear. 

Green carpels, smooth, pink stigmas. Fragrance unpleasant X. Blooming 

time mid-season. Medium to small size. 
Description of plant — Habit of plant erect, medium height, compact. Growth 

strong and healthy. Stem medium long, medium strong, reddish green. 

Blooming habit medium to free. Lateral buds undeveloped, healthy. Foliage 

medium furnished, dark green, medium to fine in size ; veins red. 
Commercial value — For cut bloom poor; landscape value poor. Variety as a 

whole worthless. 
Remarks — Very unattractive, loose bloom. 

NICO. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Kelway. 

Donated by Farr. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom semi-double. Form of bloom globular, 
loose. Not differentiated. Not entirely transformed. Color (total effect) 



Classification of the Peony 87 

4 (155) tyrian rose; guards clear; collar same as guards; center clear; 

bloom silver tipped. Fragrance unpleasant X. Blooming time mid-season. 

Very large size. 
Description of plant — Habit of plant medium erect, tall, open. Growth strong 

and healthy. Stem long, medium strong, reddish green. Blooming habit free. 

Buds borne in clusters, healthy. P'oliage well furnished, light green, medium 

size; veins reddish green. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom poor; landscape value medium. Variety as a 

whole medium. 
/ 

Remarks — This variety was originally catalogued by Kelway as a single variety, 
but seems to be gradually doubling under cultivation. 

RUBRA TRIUMPHANS. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Delache, 1854, 

Donated by Farr. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom semi-double. Form of bloom globular, 
loose. Not differentiated. Not entirely transformed. Color (total effect) S 
(168) dark crimson; guards clear; collar same as guards; center clear. Fra- 
grance unpleasant XX. Blooming time early. Large size. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant medium erect, medium tall to tall, medium 
compact. Growth strong and healthy. Stem long, medium strong, red. 
Blooming habit free. Buds borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage medium fur- 
nished, dark green, medium size ; veins vivid red. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom poor; landscape value medium. Variety as a 
whole medium. 

SOUVENIR DU DOCTEUR BRETONNEAU. 

Species — P. albifiora. Originated by Dessert, 1896. 

Donated by Shaylor. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom semi-double. Form of bloom flat, loose. 
Not differentiated. Not entirely transformed. Color (total effect) 5 (iSS) 
tyrian rose ; guards clear ; collar same as guards ; center clear. Fragrance 
unpleasant XX. Blooming time mid-season. Medium size. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant erect, medium tall, compact. Growth strong 
and healthy. Stem medium long, strong, reddish green. Blooming habit 
free. Buds borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage well furnished, medium green, 
medium size; veins reddish green. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom poor; landscape value medium. Variety as a 
whole medium. 

CROWN TYPE 

ADELAIDE E. HOLLIS. 

White 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Hollis, 1907. 

Donated by Farr and Hollis. 

Description of bloom. — Type of bloom crown. Form of bloom globular, medium 
compact. Differentiated. Entirely transformed. Color (total effect) rose 
white I (8), guards clear, collar same as guards, center clear. Very clear 
even pleasant color, fades to pure white. Fragrance pleasant XX. Blooming 
time mid-season. Size large. 



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Description of plant — Habit of plant erect, medium tall, compact. Growth 
strong, healthy. Stem medium long to medium strong, green. Blooming habit 
free. Buds borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage well furnished, light green, 
medium fine; veins green. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom extra good ; landscape value good. Value of 
variety as a whole extra good. 

ANTOINE POITEAU. 

Species — P. albiflora. Qriginated by Guerin, 1845. 

Donated by Charlton. 

Description of bhoDi — T3^pe of bloom crown. Form of bloom globular, medium 
compact. Differentiated. Entirely transformed. Color (total effect) lilac 
white ; guards clear ; collar milk white, lighter than guards ; center flecked 
with crimson, same color as guards ; secondary staminodes present. Opens 
like bomb but develops to low crown. Fragrance pleasant X. Blooming 
time mid-season. Medium size. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant medium to drooping, tall, medium compact. 
Growth strong, healthy. Stem long, strong, green. Blooming habit free. 
Buds undeveloped, healthy. Foliage medium furnished, medium green, fine; 
veins green. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom good; landscape value medium. Variety as a 
whole medium to good. 

BLANCHE CIRE. 

Species — P. albiflora. Origin unknown. 

Donated by Cottage Gardens Company. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom crown. Form of bloom medium compact. 
Differentiated. Entirely transformed. Color (total effect) cream white; 
guards clear; collar same as guards; center clear; secondary staminodes pres- 
ent. Fragrance pleasant X. Blooming time early. Medium size. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant erect, medium tall, medium compact. 
Growth medium, healthy. Stem medium long, medium strength, reddish 
green. Blooming habit medium. Buds borne in clusters, slight blight. Fo- 
liage medium furnished, medium green, medium size ; veins green. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom good; landscape value medium. Variety as 
a whole good. 

GRAZIELLA. 

Species — P. albiflora. Origin unknown. 

Donated by Shaylor from Dessert. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom crown. Form of bloom medium globular, 
loose. Differentiated. Not entirely transformed. Color (total effect) i (7) 
lilac white; guards clear; collar canary yellow when bloom first opens; center 
clear. Red stigma, smooth, green carpels. Fragrance unpleasant XX. 
Blooming time mid-season. Size medium to large. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant medium erect, medium tall, medium com- 
pact. Growth strong and healthy. Stem medium long, strong, reddish green. 
Blooming habit medium. Buds borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage- well fur- 
nished, dark green, medium size ; veins reddish green. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom good ; landscape value good. Variety as a 
whole good. 




Octave Demay {crown type) 



Classification of the Peony 91 

LA VESTALE. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Calot, 1870. 

Donated by Cottage Gardens Company. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom crown. Form of bloom tall, medium com- 
pact, Differentiated. Entirely transformed. Color (total effect) lilac white; 
guards slightly splashed ; collar cream white ; center lilac white flecked with 
crimson. Fragrance unpleasant X. Blooming time mid-season. Medium 
size. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant erect, tall, compact. Growth strong and 
healthy. Stem long, strong, reddish green. Blooming habit free. Buds borne 
in clusters, healthy. Foliage well furnished, medium green, medium size to 
coarse; veins green. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom good; landscape value good. Variety as a 
whole good. 

MADAME GUYOT. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Paillet. 

Donated by McKissock. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom crown. Form of bloom globular, com- 
pact. Difierentiated. Not entirely transformed. Color (total effect) i (15) 
greenish white; guards clear, slightly tinted with light pink; collar darker 
than guards, 2 (18) sulphur yellow; center flecked with crimson. Fragrance 
pleasant XX. Blooming time mid-season. Medium to large size. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant medium erect, tall, medium compact. 
Growth strong and healthy. Stem medium long, medium strong to strong, 
reddish green. Blooming habit free. Buds single, laterals undeveloped, 
healthy. Foliage medium furnished, medium green, coarse; veins reddish 
green. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom good ; landscape value good. Variety as a 
whole good. 

MADAME SAVREAU. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Paillet. 

Donated by McKissock. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom crown. Form of bloom globular, com- 
pact. Differentiated. Not entirely transformed. Color (total effect) lilac 
white; guards clear; collar cream yellow i (30); center flecked with scarlet. 
Fragrance unpleasant X. Blooming time mid-season to early. Large size. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant erect, tall, medium compact. Growth strong 
and healthy. Stem long, medium strong, green. Blooming habit free. Buds 
borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage well furnished, medium green, medium 
size ; veins green. 

Ccmmercial value — For cut bloom extra good; landscape value good. Variety as 
a whole extra good. 

MARCELLE DESSERT. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Dessert, 1899. 

Donated by Farr. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom crown. Form of bloom tall, medium com- 
pact. Differentiated. Entirely transformed. Color (total effect) milk white; 
guards slightly flecked with scarlet, splashed with lilac ; center slisrhtly flecked 
with crimson. Bloom very highly built. Fragrance pleasant XXX. Bloom- 
ing time mid-season. Large size. 



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Description of plant — Habit of pkint medium erect, medium height, medium com- 
pact. Growth strong, healthy. Stem medium long, medium strong, red. 
Blooming habit medium. Buds single. Foliage well furnished, dark green, 
medium; veins reddish green. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom good ; landscape value medium. Variety as a 
whole good. 

Species — P. albiflora. MISS SAL WAY. Originated by Kelway. 

Donated by Farr. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom crown. Form of bloom globular, com- 
pact. Differentiated. Entirely transformed. Color (total effect) lilac white 
2 (7); guards clear; collar lighter than guards; center clear. Fragrance 
pleasant X. Blooming time mid-season. Very large size. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant erect, tall, compact. Growth strong and 
healthy. Stem long, strong, red. Blooming habit free. Buds borne in clus- 
ters, healthy. Foliage well furnished, medium green, medium size ; veins red- 
dish green. 

Commercial zvluc — For cut bloom extra good; landscape value extra good. 
Variety as a whole extra good. 

Remarks — Very similar to "Madame Lemoine"; taller crown, however, and not 
as compact. 

5'/;^r!V.f— P. albiflora. NEPTUNE. 0-igiuatcd by Dessert 

Donated by Farr. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom crown. Form of bloom medium compact. 

Differentiated. Not entirely transformed. Color (total effect) lilac white; 

guards clear ; collar lighter than guards, milk white ; center clear. Cream 

white stigmas. Fragrance pleasant X. Blooming time mid-season. Size 

large. 
Description of plant — Habit of plant erect, tall, compact. Growth strong and 

healthy. Stem long, strong, reddish green. Blooming habit free. Buds 

borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage medium furnished, medium to dark green^ 

coarse ; veins reddish green. 
Commercial value — For cut bloom good; landscape value good. Variety as a 

whole good. 

PRESIDENT WILDER. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Ellwanger & Barry. 

Donated by Ellwanger & Barry. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom crown. Form of bloom globular, compact. 
Differentiated. Not entirely transformed. Color (total effect) lilac white 
2 (7) ; guards clear ; collar milk white, lighter than guards ; center same color 
as guards, occasionally slightly flecked with crimson ; secondary staminodes 
present. Very compact crown, narrow collar. Fragrance pleasant XX. 
Blooming time mid-season. Medium size. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant erect, medium tall, medium compact. Growth 
medium strong, healthy. Stem medium long, strong, green. Blooming habit 
free. Buds borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage well furnished, medium green, 
medium size ; veins green. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom good; landscape value good. Variety as a 
whole good. 



CluA.ssification of the Peony 93 

QUEEN VICTORIA (Kelway). 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Kelway. 

Donated by Farr. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom crown. Form of bloom medium globular, 
medium compact to loose. Differentiated. Entirely transformed. Color 
(total effect) white; guards milk white, slightly flecked with crimson, slightly 
splashed crimson ; collar cream white ; center prominently flecked with crim- 
son; secondary staminodes present on some blooms. Strong blooms have a 
low crown ; weak blooms more of a loose bomb. Fragrance pleasant X. 
Blooming tmie mid-season. Large to medium size. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant erect, medium tall, compact. Growth strong 
and healthy. Stem medium long, strong, reddish green. Blooming habit free. 
Buds borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage well furnished, dark green, medium 
size ; veins green. 

Ccmmercial value — For cut bloom medium; landscape value medium. Variety as 
a whole medium. 

Remarks — Should not be confused with the "Queen Victoria Whitleyi " group. 
This variety is prominently flecked. For a description of " Whitleyi " see 
page 106. 

SEA FOAM. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Peterson. 

Donated by Cottage Gardens Company. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom crown. Form of bloom globular, medium 
compact. Differentiated. Entirely transformed. Color (total effect) lilac 
white I (7), fades to nearly pure white; guards clear; collar cream white; 
center clear, same color as collar. Fragrance pleasant XX. Blooming time 
mid-season. Large size. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant erect, tall, medium compact. Growth strong 
and health}-. Stem long, strong, reddish green. Blooming habit free. Buds 
borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage well furnished, medium green, medium 
size ; veins reddish green. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom good; landscape value good. Variety as a 
whole good. 

SULFUREA. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Lemon,. 1830. 

Donated by Andorra Nurseries. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom crown. Form of bloom globular. Differ- 
entiated. Not entirely transformed. Color (total effect) milk white, slight 
yellowish green tint ; guards clear ; center clear, slight yellowish green tint at 
base of petals. Has a distinct cup shape when bloom first opens. Carpels 
hairy, cream white with white stigmas. Fragrance pleasant X. Mid-season. 
Large size. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant medium erect to drooping, medium tall, 
medium compact. Growth medium strong. Stem medium long, medium 
strong, green. Blooming habit shy. Buds blighted. Foliage well furnished, 
medium green, fine in size ; veins green. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom good; landscape value medium. Variety as 
a whole medium to good. 

Remarks — This is entirely distinct from "Alba Sulfurea." See page 102. Should 
not be confused with "Solfatare," see page 250, Bulletin 278. 



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TRIUMPHATA. 

Species — P. albiflora. ^ Origin unknown. 

Donated by Goos and Koenemann. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom crown. Form of bloom globular, medium 
compact. Differentiated. Entirely transformed. Color (total effect) milk 
white ; guards slightly streaked with crimson ; collar same color as guards ; 
center flecked with crimson; secondary staminodes present. Fragrance 
pleasant X. Blooming time mid-season. Medium to large size. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant medium erect, tall, compact. Growth strong 
and healthy. Stem long, strong, reddish green. Blooming habit free. Buds 
borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage well furnished, dark green, medium size; 
veins green. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom medium; variety as a whole medium. 

Pink and White EASTERN BEAUTY. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by HolHs. 

Donated by Hollis. 

Description of bhoni — Type of bloom crown. Form of bloom tall, medium com- 
pact. Color (total eft^ect) pink and white; guards 4 (154) violet rose, clear; 
collar lighter than guards, cream white with remnants of anthers; center 
flecked with crimson, same color as guards; secondary staminodes present. 
Color fades rapidly in sunlight. Fragrance pleasant XX. Blooming time mid- 
season to late. Size large. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant medium erect, medium tall, compact. 
Growth strong and healthy. Stem medium to long, strong, reddish green. 
Blooming habit free. Buds borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage medium fur- 
nished, light green, coarse ; veins reddish green. 

Commercial value — Description of bloom poor; landscape value poor. Variety 
as a whole poor. 

LUTETIANA. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Guerin, 1840. 

Donated by Dessert. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom crown. Form of bloom globular, medium 
compact. Differentiated. Not entirely transformed. Color (total effect) 
pink and white; guards 2 (152) lilac rose; collar lighter than guards; center 
clear. The weak blooms are more bomb type with clear white center. Hairy, 
pale carpels and pink stigmas. Fragrance pleasant XX. Blooming time mid- 
season to late. Size medium to large. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant medium erect to drooping, medium height, 
medium compact. Growth strong and healthy. Stem medium long, medium 
strong, green. Blooming habit medium. Buds borne in clusters, healthy. 
Foliage medium furnished, medium green, fine ; veins green. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom medium; landscape value medium to poor. 
Variety as a whole medium. 

MADAME LEMOINE. 

Species — V. albiflora. Originated by Calot, 1864. 

Donated by Farr. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom crown. Form of bloom globular, very 
compact. Differentiated. Entirely transformed. Color (total effect) violet 



Classification of the Peony 95 

rose and milk white; guards i (154), collar lighter than guards, milk white; 
center crown lilac white; secondary staminodes present. Fragrance pleasant 
XXX. Blooming time mid-season. Large size. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant erect, tall, compact. Growth strong and 
healthy. Stem long, strong, red. Blooming habit free. Buds borne in clus- 
ters, healthy. Foliage well furnished, medium green, medium to coarse in size ; 
veins green. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom extra good; landscape value extra good. 
Variety as a whole extra good. 

MADEMOISELLE ROSE RENDATLER. 

Species— Y. albiflora. Originated by Calot, 1867. 

Donated by Jackson and Perkins. 

Description of bloo!?i — Type of bloom crown. Form of bloom tall, loose. Dif- 
ferentiated. Not entirely transformed. Color (total effect) hydrangea pink 
and cream; guards hydrangea pink 4 (7); guards very clear; collar cream, 
lighter than guards ; center flecked ; secondary staminodes present. Fra- 
grance pleasant XX. Blooming time mid-season. Large size. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant medium erect, medium height, medium com- 
pact. Growth strong and health}^ Stem medium long, strong, reddish green. 
Blooming habit medium. Buds borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage well fur- 
nished, dark green, fine ; veins reddish green. 

Conunercial value — For cut bloom medium; landscape value medium. Variety 
as a whole medium. 

MRS. JOHN SMYTHE FOGG. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by HolHs, 1907. 

Donated by Hollis. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom crown. Form of bloom tall, medium com- 
pact to compact. Differentiated. Not entirely transformed. Color (total ef- 
fect) pink and white; guards pale lilac fading to hydrangea pink, streaked 
light ; collar lighter than guards, milk white ; center clear, same color as 
guards ; secondary staminodes absent. Weak blooms are more of a loose, 
bomb type. Fragrance pleasant X. Blooming time mid-season. Large size. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant erect, tall, compact. Growth strong and 
healthy. Stem long, strong, red. Blooming habit free. Buds borne in clus- 
ters, healthy. Foliage well furnished, medium green, coarse ; veins reddish 
green. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom medium; landscape value good. Variety as a 
whole good. 

PRINCESSE NICOLAS BIBESCO. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Guerin, 1863. 

Donated by Dessert. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom low crown. Form of bloom globular com- 
pact. Differentiated. Entirely transformed. Color (total effect) hydrangea 
pink and cream; guards hydrangea pink i (132), clear; collar cream white, 
lighter than guards, center crown same as guards, clear; secondary staminodes 
present. Fragrance pleasant X. Blooming time mid-season. Medium size. 



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Description of plant — Habit of plant medium erect, tall, medium compact. 
Growth strong and healthy. Stem long, strong, reddish green. Blooming 
habit medium. Buds borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage well furnished, me- 
dium green, medium size ; veins reddish green. 

Commercial value — F"or cut bloom good; landscape value good. Variety as a 
whole good. 

pjnl^ BEAUTY'S MASK. 

Species— P. albiflora. Originated by Hollis, 1904. 

Donated by Farr. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom crown. Form of bloom compact. Color 

(total effect) violet-rose 4 (154); guards clear; collar lighter than guards, 

mixed with cream yellow ; secondary staminodes present. Fragrance pleasant 

X. Blooming time late. Very large size. 
Description of plant — Medium erect habit, tall, open. Growth strong and healthy. 

Stem long, medium strength, reddish green. Blooming habit free. Buds 

borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage medium furnished, medium green, medium 

size, veins green. 
Commercial value — For cut bloom medium; landscape value good. Variety as a 

whole medium to good. 

CHRISTOPHER ARCHARD. 

Species — P. albiflora. Origin unknown. 

Donated by Rosenfield 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom crown. Form of bloom globular, medium 
compact. Differentiated. Nearly transformed. Color (total effect) mauve 
rose I (153); guards clear; collar milk white, lighter than guards; center 
same color as guards, flecked with crimson. Some weak blooms are typical 
bomb. Fragrance pleasant XX. Blooming time mid-season. Size medium 
to large. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant medium erect, tall, medium compact. 
Growth strong and healthy. Stem long, strong, green. Blooming habit free. 
Buds borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage medium furnished, light green, fine ; 
veins green. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom good ; landscape value good. Variety as a 
whole good. 

COMTE DE JUSSIEU. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Guerin, 1850. 

Donated by Jackson and Perkins. 

Description of blocni — Type of bloom crown. Form of bloom globular, loose. 
Differentiated. Entirely transformed. Color (total effect) hydrangea pink ; 
guards streaked light ; collar lighter than guards, milk white ; center flecked 
with crimson and green ; secondary staminodes present. Fragrance un- 
pleasant X. Blooming time early. Size medium to large. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant erect, medium tall, medium compact. Stem 
medium long, strong, reddish green. Blooming habit free. Buds borne in 
clusters, healthy. Foliage medium furnished, medium green, medium size; 
veins reddish green. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom medium ; landscape value medium. Variety as 
a whole medium. 

Remarks — Identity not fully established. 



Classification of the Peony 97 

COUPE D'HEBE. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Kelway. 

Donated by Minot. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom crown. Form of bloom globular, medium 
compact. Color (total effect) i (178) pale lilac rose; guards clear; collar 
milk white, very much lighter than guards, center same as guards, flecked 
crimson; secondary staminodes absent. Fragrance pleasant XX. Blooming 
time mid-season. Size large. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant medium to erect, very tall, medium compact. 
Growth strong and healthy. Stem long, very strong, green. Blooming habit 
free. Buds borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage medium furnished, light 
green, coarse ; green veins. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom medium ; landscape value medium. Variety 
as a whole medium. 

CYTHEREE. 

Species— v. albiflora. Originated by Calot, 1856. 

Donated by Shaylor. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom crown. Form of l)loom globular, compact. 
Differentiated. Entirely transformed. Color (total effect) i (153) mauve 
rose; guards clear; collar lighter than guards, cream white; center promi- 
nently flecked with crimson ; secondary staminodes present. Blooming time 
mid-season. Size medium to large. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant erect, medium to tall, compact. Growth 
strong and healthy. Stem long and strong. Blooming habit free. Buds 
borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage well furnished, rhedium to light green, 
medium size; veins green. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom good ; landscape value extra good. Variety 
as a whole good. 

Remarks — Under the above name, a white peony has often been sold by Eu- 
ropean dealers. This should not be confused with Cyntherii, see Bulletin 278, 
page 247. 

GERMAINE BIGOT. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Dessert, 1902. 

Donated by Farr. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom crown, partly concealed stamens. Form 
of bloom flat, medium compact. Not differentiated. Not entirely trans- 
formed. Color (total eft'ect) pale lilac rose 2 (130) ; guards splashed with 
crimson ; collar same as guards ; center prom.inently flecked with crimson. 
Fragrance unpleasant X. Blooming time mid-season. Very large size. 

Descripion of plant — Habit of plant erect, medium height, medium compact. 
Growth strong and healthy. Stem medium long, strong, reddish green. 
Blooming habit free. Buds borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage well furnished, 
medium green, medium size ; veins reddish green. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom good; landscape value extra good. Variety 
as a whole good. 



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LA FEE. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Lemoine. 

Donated by McKissock. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom crown. Form of bloom globular, com- 
pact. Differentiated. Not entirely transformed; color (total effect) mauve 
rose 2 (153); guards clear; collar lighter than guards, creamy white; center 
clear. Fragrance pleasant XXX. Blooming time early. Large size. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant medium erect, tall, medium compact. Growth 
strong and healthy. Stem long, medium strong, green. Blooming habit free. 
Buds borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage medium furnished, very dark green, 
coarse; veins reddish green. 

Ccniniercial value — For cut bloom good; landscape value good. Variety as a 
whole good. 

Remarks — P'oliage is very distinct. Leaflets are curled up. 



MADAME JULES ELIE. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Calot, 1873. 

Donated by Cottage Gardens Company. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom crown. Form of bloom globular, medium 
compact to loose. Differentiated. Not entirely transformed. Color (total 
effect) violet rose 2 (154); guards clear; collar lighter than guards, cream 
white ; center flecked with crimson. Fragrance pleasant XX. Blooming time 
mid-season. Medium size. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant medium erect, medium height, compact. 
Growth strong and healthy. Stem medium long, strong, reddish green. 
Blooming habit medium to free. Buds borne in clusters, blight. Foliage well 
furnished, medium green, medium to fine in size ; veins reddish green. 

Conunercial value — For cut bloom medium; landscape value medium. Variety 
as a whole medium. 

Remarks — Some doubt as to the identity of this one. 



MYRTLE. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Terry. 

Donated by Wild. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom crown. Form of bloom globular, medium 
compact. Differentiated. Not entirely transformed. Color (total effect) 
hydrangea pink, fades to lilac white ; guards clear ; collar lighter than guards ; 
center clear. Light green carpels, pink stigmas. When bloom first opens it 
i.s bomb; later develops low, compact crown. Fragrance pleasant XXX. 
Blooming time mid-season. Size medium to small. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant erect, medium height, compact. Growth 
strong and healthy. Stem medium long, strong, reddish green. Blooming 
habit free. Buds single, healthy. Foliage well furnished, medium to light 
green, medium size; veins green to reddish green. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom niediuni ; landscape value medium. Variety 
as a whole medium to good. 

Remarks — Bloom is too small to make a valuable variety. 



Classification of the Peony 99 

PRINCESS OF WALES. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Kelway. 

Donated by Cottage Gardens Company. 

Description of bloom — Typt of bloom crown. Form of bloom flat, compact. Not 
differentiated. Entirely transformed. Color (total effect) mauve rose i 
(153); guards flecked with crimson; collar lighter than guards; center clear. 
Fragrance pleasant XX. Blooming time late. Large size. 

Description of pla)it — Habit of plant medium erect, medium tall, medium com- 
pact. Growth strong and healthy. Stem medium long, strong, red. Bloom- 
ing habit free. Buds borne in clusters. Foliage medium furnished, light 
green, medium to fine in size; veins reddish green. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom medium ; landscape value medium. Variety 
as a whole medium. 

SIMONNE CHEVALIER. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Dessert, 1902. 

Donated by Farr. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom crown. Form of bloom medium compact 
to loose. Differentiated. Entirely transformed. Color (total effect) pale 
lilac rose i (178); guards clear; collar cream white, lighter than guards; 
center same color as guards; flecked with crimson; secondary staminodes ab- 
sent. Not a typical crown ; collar not prominent. Fragrance pleasant XX. 
Blooming time early. Large size. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant medium to drooping, medium tall, medium 
compact. Growth medium strong. Stem medium long, medium strong, red- 
dish green. Blooming habit medium. Buds borne in clusters. Foliage well 
furnished, medium green, medium size ; veins reddish green. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom medium to poor; landscape value good. 
Variety as a whole medium to good. 

TAGLIONL 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Guerin, 1830. 

Donated by Shaylor. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom crown. Form of bloom medium tall, me- 
dium compact. Differentiated. Entirely transformed. Color (total effect) 
I (154) violet rose; guards clear; collar cream white, lighter than guards; 
center very prominently flecked with crimson; secondary staminodes present, 
cream white. Fragrance unpleasant X. Blooming time early. Medium size. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant medium erect, tall, medium compact. Growth 
strong and healthy. Stem long, strong, green. Blooming habit free. Buds 
borne in clusters. Foliage medium furnished, light green, medium size ; veins 
green to reddish green. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom medium ; landscape value medium. Variety 
as a whole medium. 

VAN DYCK. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Crousse, 1879. 

Donated by Blue Hill Nursery. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom crown. Form of bloom globular, medium 
compact to loose. Differentiated. Not entirely transformed. Color (total 
effect) mauve rose 2 (153); guards pure mauve; collar cream white, lighter 



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than guards ; center same color as guards, clear. Pink carpels and pink stig- 
mas. Fragrance pleasant XX. Blooming time mid-season. Large size. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant erect, medium tall, compact. Growth 
strong and healthy. Stem medium long, strong, green. Blooming habit free. 
Buds borne in clusters. Foliage well furnished, medium green, fine; veins 
green. 

Commercial value — Forwent bloom medium; landscape value medium to good. 
Variety as a whole medium. 

VENUS. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Kelway. 

Donated by Farr. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom crown. Form of bloom tall, medium com- 
pact. Differentiated. Color (total effect) hydrangea pink i (132) ; guards 
clear ; collar lighter than guards ; center clear. P>agrance pleasant XX. 
Blooming time mid-season. Large to very large in size. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant medium erect, very tall, medium compact. 
Growth strong and healthy. Stem long, medium strong, green. Blooming habit 
free. Buds borne in clusters. Foliage medium furnished, medium green, 
medium size ; veins green. 

Commercial value — ■ For cut bloom extra good ; landscape value good. Variety 
as a whole extra good. 

Synonyms — " Pearl," "Princess May." "Marie Stuart." (Mr. Farr thinks the Cor- 
nell "Marie Stuart" is incorrect.) 



VICOMTESSE DE BELLEVAL. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Guerin, 1852. 

Donated by Ellwanger & Barry. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom crown. Form of bloom flat, loose. Not 
differentiated. Entirely transformed. Color (total effect) hydrangea pink I 
(132); guards clear; collar cream white, lighter than guards; center same 
color as guards faded; secondary staminodes present, cream white. Fra- 
grance pleasant X. Blooming time early. Medium size. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant medium erect, medium tall, compact. 
Growth strong. Cornell specimens diseased. Stem medium long, medium 
strong, reddish green. Blooming habit medium. Buds borne in clusters, slight- 
ly blighted. Foliage well furnished, medium green, fine; veins reddish green. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom medium; landscape value medium. Variety 
as a whole medium. 

CLEMENTINE GILLOT. 
Red 

Species— v. albiflora. Originated by Crousse, 1885. 

Donated by Farr and Goos and Kocnemann. 

Description of bloom— Type of bloom crown. Form of bloom tall, medium com- 
pact. Differentiated. Not entirely transformed. Color (total effect) i (155) 
tyrian rose; guards clear; collar same as guards; center clear. Bloom fades 
violet rose in the sun. Fragrance lacking. Blooming time late. Large size. 



Classification of the Peony ioi 

Description of plant — Habit of plant erect, tall, compact. Growth strong and 
heallhy. Stem long, strong, green. Blooming habit medium. Lateral buds 
undeveloped. Foliage well furnished, medium green, coarse; veins green. 

Commercml value — For cut bloom good; landscape value good. Variety as a 
whole good. 

ELIE CHEVALIER. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Dessert, 1908. 

Donated by Farr. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom crown to bomb. Form of bloom globular, 
medium compact. Not differentiated. Entirely transformed. Color (total 
effect) 2-3 (15s) tyrian rose; guards splashed with green; collar same as 
guards; center flecked scarlet; uniform color throughout. Fragrance pleasant 
X. Blooming time mid-season. Size large. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant drooping, tall. Growth medium to open. 
Stem long, medium strong, red. Blooming habit free. Buds single. Foliage 
medium furnished, medium green, medium to fine size; veins reddish green. 

Ccmmcrcial x'uluc — For cut bloom good; landscape value medium. Variety as a 
whole good. 

GETTYSBURG. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Hollis, 1909. 

Donated by Hollis. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom crown. Form of bloom globular, com- 
pact. Differentiated. Entirely transformed. Color (total effect) tyrian rose 
I (155); guards clear; collar same as guards; center clear; uniform color 
throughout ; secondary staminodes present. Fragrance pleasant X. Blooming 
time very late. Medium to small size. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant erect, tall, medium compact. Growth me- 
dium strong, healthy. Stem long, medium strong, reddish green. Blooming 
habit medium. Lateral buds undeveloped. Foliage medium to poorly fur- 
nished, dark green, fine; veins green. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom poor; landscape value medium. Variety as a 
whole medium to poor. 

MADAME BIGOT. 

Species— P. albiflora. Originated by Dessert, 1893. 

Donated by Cottage Gardens Company. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom crown. Form of bloom globular, com- 
pact. Differentiated. Entirely transformed. Color (total effect) i (155) 
tyrian rose; guards clear; collar lighter than guards, slight silver tip; center 
clear; secondary staminodes present. Fragrance unpleasant X. Blooming 
time mid-season. Large size. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant medium erect, medium height, compact. 
Growth medium strong, healthy. Stem medium long, strong, reddish green. 
Blooming habit medium. Buds borne in clusters, tend to blight. Foliage well 
furnished, medium green, medium size; veins reddish green. 

Commercial value— Vor cut bloom medium; landscape value medium. Variety as 
a whole medium. 



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PURPUREA SUPERBA. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Delache, 1855. 

Donated by EUwanger & Barry. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom crown. Form of bloom globular, com- 
pact. Differentiated. Color (total effect) 4 (169) rose magenta; guards 
streaked white; center clear; uniform color throughout. Light green carpels, 
pink stigma. Fragrance unpleasant X. Blooming time mid-season. Large 
size. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant erect, very tall, medium compact. Growth 
strong and healthy. Stem very long, strong, reddish green. Blooming habit 
free. Buds borne in clusters. FoHage medium furnished, medium green, 
medium size; veins green. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom medium ; landscape value good. Variety as a 
whole good. 

BOMB TYPE 

ALBA SULFUREA. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Calot, i860. 

Donated by Cottage Gardens Company. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom bomb. Form of bloom globular, compact. 
Differentiated. Not entirely transformed. Color (total effect) cream white, 
guards clear, collar same as guards, center very slightly flecked, stigmas red 
but fully concealed, very close examination showing a very minute fleck. 
Fragrance pleasant X. Blooming time mid-season. Size very large to large. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant medium erect, tall, medium compact. 
Growth strong, healthy. Stem long, strong, green. Blooming habit free. 
Buds borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage well furnished, medium green, me- 
dium fme; veins green. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom extra good; landscape value good. Variety 
as a whole good. 

Remarks — Distinct and superior to " Sulfurea," also more compact. "Sulfurea" 
has cream white stigmas, while stigmas of "Alba Sulfurea" are red. 



ALBERT CROUSSE. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Crousse, 1893. 

Donated by Cottage Gardens Company. 

Description^ of bloom — Type of bloom bomb. Form of bloom flat, compact. Not 

differentiated. Entirely transformed. Color (total effect) rose white 3 (8), 

guards clear, collar same as guards, center flecked slightly crimson. Fragrance 

pleasant. Blooming time late. Very large size. 
Description of plant — Habit of plant erect, tall, medium compact. Growth strong, 

healthy. Stem long, strong, reddish green. Blooming habit free. Buds borne 

in clusters, healthy. Foliage medium furnished, medium green, medium fine; 

veins green. 
Commercial value — For cut bloom extra good ; landscape value good. Variety 

as a whole good. 



Classification of the Peony 103 

ALICE DE JULVECOURT. 

Species — F. albiflora. Originated by Pele, 1857. 

Donalcd by Cottage Gardens Company and Andorra Nurseries. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom bomb. Bloom is rather variable, as a crown 
type flower often appears. Form of bloom globular, compact. Differentiated. 
Entirely transformed. Color (total effect) lilac white, clear, collar cream, 
lighter than guards, center lilac white, prominently flecked with crimson ; sec- 
ondary staminodes present. Fragrance pleasant X. Blooming time mid- 
season. Medium size. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant erect, medium tall, very compact. Growth 
strong, healthy. Stem medium long, strong, green. Blooming habit free. 
Buds borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage well furnished, dark green, medium 
size; veins green. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom good ; landscape value good. Variety as a 
whole good. 

Synonyms — " Triumphans Gandavensis." 



CANARIENSIS. 

Species — P. albiflora. Origin unknown. 

Donated by Storrs and Harrison. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom bomb. Form of bloom globular, compact. 

Differentiated. Not entirely transformed. Color (total effect) cream white; 

guards clear, milk white; center cream white with few flecks of crimson. 

Most of average blooms are not flecked. Fragrance pleasant X. Blooming 

time mid-season. Medium size. 
Description of plant — Habit of plant medium erect, tall, medium compact. Growth 

strong and healthy. Stem long, strong, green. Blooming habit medium. 

Buds borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage medium furnished, medium green, 

medium size ; veins green. 
Commercial value — For cut bloom good ; landscape value good. Variety as a 

whole good. 
Remarks — Very similar to " Due de Wellington " ; however, the latter variety never 

has any crimson flecks. This variety is distinct from "Canari," see Bulletin 278, 

page 231. 

DELECOURT VERHILLE. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Delecourt Verhille, i860. 

Donated by Cottage Gardens Company. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom bomb. Form of bloom globular, medium 
compact. Differentiated. Not entirely transformed. Color (total effect) 
lilac white; center milk white, flecked with crimson. Carpels red, pink stig- 
mas. Fragrance unpleasant X. Blooming time mid-season. Large size. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant erect, medium height, compact. Growth 
strong and healthy. Stem medium long, strong, reddish green. Blooming 
habit free Buds borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage well furnished, dark 
green, medium size ; veins reddish green. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom good; landscape value good. Variety as a 
whok good. 



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EDULIS ALBA. 

Species — P. albiflora. Origin unknown, 1835. 

Donated by Cottage Gardens Company. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom bomb. Form of bloom tall, loose, slight 
crown. Differentiated. Entirely transformed. Color (total effect) lilac 
white ; guards clear ; center cream white, fades to milk white, flecked with 
crimson. Some blooms have low crown, same color as guards. Fragrance 
pleasant XX. Blooming time very early. Size medium to large. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant drooping, medium tall, medium compact. 
Growth strong and healthy. Stem long, medium strong, reddish green. 
Blooming habit free. Buds borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage well fur- 
nished, dark green, coarse; veins reddish green. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom good; landscape value medium. Variety as a 
whole medium to good. 

ELEGANS SUPERBISSIMA. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Buyck, 1842. 

Donated by Shaylor. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom bomb. Form of bloom medium globular, 
medium compact. Color (total effect) lilac white i (7) ; center cream white, 
clear. Yellow carpels with green stigmas. Fragrance pleasant XXX. Bloom- 
ing time mid-season. Medium size. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant erect, tall, compact. Growth strong and 
healthy. Stem long, strong, green. Blooming habit free. Buds borne in 
clusters, healthy. Foliage well furnished, medium green, coarse; veins green. 

Ccmmcrcial value — For cut bloom good; landscape value good. Variety as a 
whole good. 

GRIZZEL MUIR. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Kelway. 

Donated by Cottage Gardens. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom bomb. Form of bloom globular, compact. 
Not differentiated. Entirely transformed. Color (total effect) creamy 
white; guards clear; collar same as guards; center clear. Fragrance un- 
pleasant X. Blooming time late. Large size. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant erect, tall, medium compact. Growth strong 
and healthy. Stem long, medium strong, green. Blooming habit free. Buds 
borne in clusters, tend to blight. Foliage medium furnished, medium green, 
medium size ; veins green. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom good ; landscape value good. Variety as a 
whole good. 

MADEMOISELLE VAILLANT. 

Species — P. albiflora. Ong/» unknown. 

Donated by Farr. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom bomb. Form of bloom globular, loose. 

Not differentiated. Not entirely transformed. Color (total effect) milk 

white ; guards clear ; center cream white ; secondary staminodes absent. 

Smooth, pale green carpel, pink stigmas. Fragrance pleasant XX. Blooming 

time early. Size large to very large. 



Classification of the Peony 105 

Description of plant — Description of plant erect, medium tall to tall, compact. 
Growth strong and healthy. Stem long, very strong, reddish green. Bloom- 
ing habit free. Buds borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage well furnished, me- 
dium green, medium to fine in size ; veins green. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom good; landscape value good. Variety as a 
whole good. 

NIVEA PLENISSIMA. 

Species — P. albiriora. Originated by Makoy, 1840 

Donated by P'arr. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom bomb. Form of bloom globular, medium 
compact. Differentiated. Not entirely transformed. Color (total effect) 
milk white; guards slightly splashed crimson; center clear; secondary sta- 
minodes absent. Carpels red, short hairs, might transform to flecked petals 
on old plants. Fragrance pleasant X. Blooming time early. Large size. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant erect, dwarf, compact. Growth strong. 
Stem short, strong, dark red. Blooming habit free. Buds borne in clusters, 
healthy. Foliage well furnished, dark green, medium size ; veins red. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom good; landscape value extra good. Variety 
as a whole good to extra good. 

Remarks — Dark red stems and white bloom are distinguishing characters of 
variety. 

Correction to Bulletin 259. The above is a much better description of this variety. 

RARE BROCADE. 

Species— F. albiflora. Originated in Japan. 

Donated by Rosenfield. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom bomb. Form of bloom flat, loose. Dif- 
ferentiated. Not entirely transformed. Color (total effect) pure white; 
guards occasionally flecked with crimson; center cream white, clear; secondary 
staminodes absent. Green, smooth carpels, pink stigmas ; some blooms have 
tendency toward crown type. Fragrance pleasant X. Blooming time mid- 
season. Size medium. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant medium erect, medium tall, medium com- 
pact. Growth strong and healthy. Stem medium long, medium strong, green. 
Blooming habit free. Buds borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage well furnished, 
light green, medium size ; veins green. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom medium ; landscape value medium. Variety 
as a whole medium. 

REINE VICTORIA. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Guerin, 1845. 

Donated by Cottage Gardens Company and Blue Hill Nursery. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom bomb. Form of bloom globular, medium 
compact. Differentiated. Entirely transformed. Color (total effect) lilac 
white and cream. Guards clear, lilac white; center cream white fading to milk 
white, flecked with crimson. Bases of central petals have cream tints, tips 
fading milk white. Tips of central petals have pinkish tint. Fragrance nearly 
lacking. Blooming time mid-season. Medium size. 



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Description of plant — Habit of plant medium erect, medium tall, medium com- 
pact. Growth strong and healthy. Stem medium long, medium strong, green. 
Blooming habit medium to free. Buds borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage 
well furnished, dark green, medium size to tine ; veins reddish green. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom medium ; landscape value medium. Variety 
as a whole medium. 

Remarks — This variety should not be confused with "Whitleyi," "Queen Victoria" 
group, see below, or "Queen Victoria" (Kelway), see page 93. 

SABINA. 

Species — P. albiflora. Origin unknown. 

Donated by Goos and Koenemann. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom bomb. Form of bloom globular, loose. 
Differentiated. Not entirely transformed. Color (total effect) milk white; 
guards clear; collar same as guards; center same, clear. Red, hairy carpels, 
pink stigmas. Fragrance pleasant XX. Blooming time mid-season. Medium 
size. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant erect, tall, compact. Growth strong and 
healthy. Stem long, strong, green. Blooming habit free. Buds borne in 
clusters, healthy. Foliage well furnished, light green, coarse ; veins green. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom medium; landscape value medium. Variety 
as a whole medium. 

WHITLEYI. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Whitley, 1808. 

Dcnated by Andorra Nursery and John Charlton. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom bomb. Form of bloom globular, loose. 
Differentiated. Not entirely transformed. Color (total effect) milk white; 
guards slightl}' flecked with crimson ; collar same color as guards ; center clear. 
Hairy carpels, pink stigmas ; bloom opens up exposing carpels with age. Fra- 
grance pleasant X. Blooming time mid-season. Medium size. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant medium erect, medium tall, medium com- 
pact. Growth strong and healthy. Stem medium long, strong, green. Bloom- 
ing habit free. Buds borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage well furnished, dark 
green, fine in size ; veins green. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom medium; landscape value medium to poor. 
Variety as a whole medium. 

Synonyms — "Queen Victoria," "Papilionacea," "Snow White," "Rosa Barry,"' 
" Stewart's America." 

BUYCKII. 

Pink and White 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Guerin, 1840. 

Donated by Dessert. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom bomb. Form of bloom flat, loose. Dif- 
ferentiated. Not entirely transformed. Color (total effect) pink and white; 
guards i (152) lilac rose, clear; center milk white, clear. Carpels greenish 
red, smooth; pink stigmas. Strong blooms, show center flecked with crimson. 
Fragrance pleasant X. Blooming time mid-season. Medium size. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant erect, medium height, compact. Growth 
strong and healthy. Stem medium length, strong, reddish green. Blooming 
habit medium. Buds borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage well furnished, me- 
dium green, medium size ; veins green. 



Classification of the Peony 107 

Commercial vahic — For cut bloom poor; landscape value medium. Variety as a 

whole medium. 
Remarks — "Dr. Bretonneau " (Verdier) has been sold for the above variety, but 

there should be no confusion. 

ADMIRAL DEWEY. 

Pink 

Specks — P. albiflora. Originated by HoUis, 1903. 

Donated by Hollis. 

Description of bloom — Type bomb. Form of bloom, globular compact. Differ- 
entiated. Entirely transformed. Color (total effect) solferino red (157-2), 
clear; guards solferino red (157-2), clear; center same as guards; fades sil- 
ver tipped, linear petals concealed throughout bloom. Fragrance pleasant X. 
Blooming time mid-season. Size medium. 

Description of plant — Habit erect, medium to tall, compact. Growth strong, 
healthy. Stem medium long, strong, green. Blooming habit free. Buds borne 
in clusters, healthy. Foliage medium furnished, medium green, coarse; veins 
reddish green. 

Commercial value — For cut blooms poor ; landscape value medium. Variety as 
a whole poor. 

Remarks — There are many better varieties of this type. 

CERES. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Verdier, i860. 

Donated by Cottage Gardens Company. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom bomb. Form of bloom medium globular, 
loose. Differentiated. Not entirely transformed. Color (total effect) pale 
lilac rose i (178) : center very minutely flecked with scarlet. Red stigmas. Fra- 
grance pleasant X. Blooming time very early. Large size. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant medium erect, tall, medium compact. 
Growth strong and healthy. Stem long, strong, reddish green. Blooming 
habit free. Buds borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage well furnished, dark 
green, medium to coarse ; veins red. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom medium ; landscape value good. Variety as a 
whole good. 

COMTE DE NANTEUIL. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Calot, 1858. 

Donated by Farr. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom bomb. Form of bloom globular, medium 
to loose. Differentiated. Not entirely transformed. Color (total effect) vio- 
let rose 2 (154) ; guards clear; collar lighter than guards; center clear, salmon 
pink. Occasional wide petal in center same as guard. Fragrance pleasant 
XXX. Blooming time mid-season. Large size. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant erect, tall, medium compact. Growth strong, 
healthy. Stem long, strong, green. Blooming habit free. Buds borne in 
clusters, healthy. Foliage medium furnished, light green, fine ; veins green. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom medium; landscape value medium. Variety as 
a whole medium. 



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DEPARTING SUN. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated in Japan. 

Donated by Rosenlield. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom bomb. Form of bloom flat, loose. Dif- 
ferentiated. Not entirely transformed. Color (total effect) pale lilac rose i 
(178) ; guards splashed; collar same as guards; center same as guards, flecked 
with crimson. Smooth, greenish carpels, pink stigmas, color laid on in 
splashes ; loose, unattractive bloom. Fragrance unpleasant XXX. Blooming 
time mid-season. Size medium. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant erect, medium height, compact. Growth 
strong and healthy. Stem medium long, strong, green. Blooming habit free. 
Buds borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage well furnished, medium green, me- 
dium size ; veins green. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom poor; landscape value poor. Variety as a 
whole poor. 

Species— V. 2\h\?iOT2i. FAVORITE. Originated by T^rry. 

Donated by Farr. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom bomb. Form of bloom globular, loose. 
Not clearly differentiated. Not entirely transformed. Color (total effect) i 
(154) violet rose; guards clear; collar same as guards; center clear; uniform 
color. Greenish red carpels, pink stigmas. Bloom silver tipped. Fragrance 
pleasant X. Blooming time mid-season to late. Medium size. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant medium erect to drooping, medium height, 
medium compact to open. Growth strong and healthy. Stem medium long to 
long, strong, green. Blooming habit free. Buds borne in clusters, healthy. 
Foliage medium furnished, light green, coarse; veins green. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom poor; landscape value poor. Variety as a 
whole poor. 

GENERAL BEDEAU. 

Species — V. albiflora. Originated by Calot, i860. 

Donated by Farr. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom bomb. Form of bloom globular, medium 
compact. Color (total effect) 3 (157) solferino red; guards clear; collar same 
as guards; center clear. Fragrance pleasant XXX. Blooming time mid-sea- 
son. Size medium. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant erect, medium height, compact. Growth 
strong. Stem medium long, strong, green. Blooming habit free. Buds borne 
in clusters, healthy. Foliage well furnished, light green, medium size; veins 
green. 

Commercial value— For cut bloom medium; landscape value good. Variety as a 
whole medium. 

GLORY OF SOMERSET. 

Species— F. albiflora. Originated by Kelway. 

Donated by Cottage Gardens Company. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom bomb, informal. Form of bloom flat, loose. 
Color (total effect) 3 (154) violet rose; guards clear; collar cream white, 
lighter than guards ; center clear cream white and mixed with petals same 



Classification of the Peony 109 

color as guards. Carpels green with red stigmas. Fragrance pleasant XX. 

Blooming time mid-season. Large size. 
Description of plant — Habit of plant erect, medium height, compact. Growth 

strong and healthy. Stem medium long, strong, green. Blooming habit free. 

Buds borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage well furnished, medium to dark 

green, medium size ; veins green. 
Commercial value — For cut bloom medium; landscape value good. Variety as a 

whole good. 

HERCULES. 

Species — P. albiflora. Origin unknown. 

Donated by Goos and Koenemann. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom bomb. Form of bloom globular, loose. 
Differentiated. Not entirely transformed. Color (total effect) pale lilac rose; 
guards clear; center clear, fades milk white. Greenish red carpels, pink 
stigmas. Strong blooms have few wide petals same color as guards in center 
of bloom. Fragrance pleasant XX. Blooming time mid-season to late. 
Medium size. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant erect, tall, compact. Growth strong and 
healthy. Stem long, strong, green. Blooming habit free. Buds borne in clus- 
ters, healthy. Foliage well furnished, medium green, medium size ; veins 
green. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom poor; landscape value medium. Variety as a 
whole medium. 

LA FONTAINE. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Lemoine, 1904. 

Donated by Farr. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom bomb. Form of bloom globular, compact. 

Differentiated. Entirely transformed. Color (total effect) violet rose 2 

(154) ; guards clear; collar lighter than guards; center flecked with crimson. 

Guard petals very wide ; lighter, narrow petals intermixed around the collar ; 

center petals same color as guards. Fragrance pleasant X. Blooming time 

mid-season to late. Large size. 
Description of plant — Habit of plant medium erect, tall, compact. Growth strong. 

Stem medium long to long, strong, reddish green. Blooming habit medium. 

Lateral buds occasionally undeveloped. Foliage well furnished, medium green, 

coarse ; veins red. 
Commercial value — For cut bloom good; landscape value extra good. Variety as 

a whole extra good. 
Remarks — A very delicately colored variety, uniform shade, distinct from "La 

Fontaine" (Dessert, 1893) catalogued by Dessert, which is a crimson variety. 



MADAME COSTE. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Calot, 1873. 

Donated by Cottage Gardens Company. 

Description of bloom — T3^pe of bloom crown to bomb. Form of bloom globular, 
medium compact. Differentiated. Entirely transformed. Color (total effect) 
I (132) hydrangea pink; guards clear; collar cream white, lighter than guards; 
center flecked with crimson. Some blooms are bomb, while others have low 
crown. Fragrance pleasant XX. Blooming time early. Medium size. 



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Description of plant — Habit of plant medium erect, medium height, medium com- 
pact. Growth strong and healthy. Stem medium long, medium strong, red- 
dish green. Blooming habit free. Buds borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage 
medium furnished, light green, fine ; veins green. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom good; landscape value good. Variety as a 
whole good. 

Synonym — "Queen Esther." 

MARIE CROUSSE. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Crousse, 1892. 

Donated by Farr. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom bomb. Form of bloom globular, medium 
to loose. Differentiated. Not entirely transformed. Color (total effect) i 
(130) pale lilac rose; guards clear; collar same as guards; center clear. Fra- 
grance unpleasant XX. Blooming time mid-season. Large to medium size. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant erect, tall, compact. Growth strong and 
healthy. Stem long, medium strong, green. Blooming habit free. Buds 
borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage medium furnished, medium green, medium 
to fine in size ; veins green. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom extra good ; landscape value good. Variety as 
a whole good to extra good. 

MEADOWVALE. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Hollis, 1903. 

Donated by Hollis. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom bomb. Form of bloom globular, compact. 

Differentiated. Not entirely transformed. Color (total effect) 4 (157) sol- 

ferino red; guards clear; center occasionally flecked, same as guards. Hairy, 

yellow carpels, pink stigmas. Strong blooms showing tendency toward crowns. 

Fragrance pleasant XX. Blooming time mid-season. Medium size. 
Description of plant — Habit of plant medium erect, medium height, compact. 

Growth strong and healthy. Stem medium long, strong, reddish green. 

Blooming habit free. Buds borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage well furnished, 

light green, coarse ; veins green. 
Commercial value — For cut bloom medium ; landscape value medium to good. 

Variety as a whole medium to good. 
Remarks — This variety is no real advance over many others of this color. 

MONSIEUR JULES ELIE. 

Sfecies — P. albiflora. Originated by Crousse, 1888. 

Donated by Farr. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom bomb. Form of bloom medium compact. 
Differentiated. Entirely transformed. Color (total effect) pale lilac rose; 
guards clear; center clear 2 (178); secondary staminodes present; collar 
tinted lighter than guards. Very attractive pink, base of collar petals amber 
yellow. Fragrance pleasant XX. Blooming time early. Large size. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant medium erect, medium height, medium com- 
pact. Growth medium strong. Stem medium long, green. Blooming habit 
free. Foliage medium furnished, medium green, medium size ; veins green. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom very good ; landscape value very good. Variety 
as a whole very good. 



Cl^vssification of the I'kony III 

POMPON CHAMOIS. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Verdier, i860. 

Donated by Shaylor. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom bomb. Form of bloom globular, compact. 
Differentiated. Not entirely transformed. Color (total effect) 2 (154) violet 
rose; guards clear; collar canary yellow, lighter than guards; strong 
blooms have center same color as guards, streaked yellow ; weak blooms have 
whole center yellow. Green carpels, pink stigmas. Fragrance unpleasant X. 
Blooming time mid-season. Small size. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant drooping, medium tall, medium compact. 
Growth strong and healthy. Stem medium long, medium strong, reddish 
green. Blooming habit medium. Buds borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage 
medium furnished, dark green, fine ; veins red. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom poor ; landscape value poor. Variety as a 
whole poor. 

ROSEA ELEGANS. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Guerin, 1858. 

Donated by Charlton. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom bomb. Form of bjoom globular, compact. 

Differentiated. Not entirely transformed. Color (total effect) pale lilac rose; 

guards clear; collar cream white, fading to milk white; center clear; secondary 

staminodes absent. Occasionally central petals appear same color as guards, 

flecked with crimson. Fragrance pleasant X. Blooming time early. Medium 

size. 
Description of plant — Habit of plant medium erect to drooping, tall, open. Growth 

strong and healthy. Stem long, strong, reddish green. Blooming habit free. 

Buds borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage medium furnished, medium green, 

fine ; veins green. 
Cornvicrcial value — For cut bloom medium; landscape value medium. Variety as 

a whole medium. 

ROSILITA. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Hollis, 1907. 

Donated by Hollis. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom bomb. Form of bloom globular, loose. 

Differentiated. Not entirely transformed. Color (total effect) 2 (154) violet 

rose; guards clear; center clear, milk white; secondary staminodes present. 

Hairy, green carpels, white stigmas. Fragrance pleasant X. Blooming time 

mid-season. Medium size. 
Description of plant — 'Habit of plant medium erect, medium tall, compact. Growth 

strong and healthy. Stem medium length, strong, reddish green. Blooming 

habit free. Buds borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage well furnished, dark 

green, fine; veins reddish green. 
Commercial vahie — For cut bloom poor; landscape value poor. Variety as a 

whole poor. 

RUBICUNDA. 

Species — P. albiflora. Origin unknown. 

Donated by Chariton. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom bomb. Form of bloom tall, compact. Dif- 
ferentiated. Color (total effect) 3 (181) pure mauve; guards streaked light; 



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collar same as guards; center clear; uniform color throughout. Yellow car- 
pels, pink stigmas. Fragrance pleasant X. Blooming time mid-season. Me- 
dium size. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant erect, medium tall, compact. Growth strong 
and healthy. Stem medium length, strong, green. Blooming habit free. 
Buds borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage well furnished, medium green, me- 
dium size ; veins green. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom medium; landscape value medium. Variety 
as a whole medium. 

Remarks — This variety is entirely different from "Rubicunda Albomarginata" 



which is a dark red. 



STANDARD BEARER. 



Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Mollis, 1906. 

Donated by Farr. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom bomb. Form of bloom globular, very com- 
pact. Differentiated. Entirely transformed. Color (total effect) violet rose 
I (154) '• guards clear; collar same as guards; center slightly flecked with scar- 
let. Fragrance pleasant XX. Blooming time early to mid-season. Large 
size. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant erect, medium tall, compact. Growth strong 
and healthy. Stem medium long, very strong, green. Blooming habit free. 
Buds borne in clusters. Foliage well furnished, medium to light green, medium 
to fine size ; veins green. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom extra good; landscape value good. Variety as 
a whole extra good. 

DANIEL D'ALBERT. 

Red 

Species — P. albiflora. Origin unknown. 

Donated by Ellwanger & Barry. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom bomb. Form of bloom globular, medium 
compact. N^ot clearly differentiated. Not entirely transformed. Color (total 
effect) tyrian rose 2^3 (155); guards clear; collar same as guards; uniform 
color. Smooth, green carpels; pink stigmas; silver tipped. Fragrance pleasant 
X. Blooming time mid-season. Large size. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant medium erect, tall, medium compact. Growth 
strong and healthy. Stem long, strong, green. Blooming habit free. Buds 
borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage medium furnished, light green, medium 
size ; veins green. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom medium ; landscape value medium. Variety as 
a whole medium. 

EDWIN FORREST. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Hollis. 

Donated by Hollis. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom bomb. Form of bloom globular, medium 
compact. Differentiated. Not entirely transformed. Color (total effect) 5 
(168) dark crimson; guards streaked light; center same; secondary sta- 
minodes absent. Smooth, yellow carpels, pink stigmas. Fragrance nearly 
lacking. Blooming time mid-season to late. Medium size. 



Classification of the Peony 113 

Description of plant — Hdihit of plant medium erect, tall, medium compact. Growth 
strong and healthy. Stem long, medium strong', reddish green. Blooming 
habit free. Lateral buds undeveloped, healthy. Foliage medium furnished, 
light green, fine ; veins reddish green. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom poor; landscape value medium. Variety as a 
whole medium. 

SOUVENIR DE L'EXPOSITION DE BORDEAUX. 

Species— F. albiflora. Originated by Dessert, 1896. 

Donated by Kline. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom bomb. Form of bloom globular, medium 
compact. Differentiated. Not entirely transformed. Color (total effect) 4 
(180) reddish violet; guards clear; center clear. Bloom has only slight silver 
tip, does not fade much in the sunlight. Fragrance unpleasant X. Blooming 
time mid-season. Medium to small size. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant medium erect, medium tall, medium com- 
pact. Growth medium to strong, healthy. Stem medium long, medium strong, 
red. Blooming habit free. Buds borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage well fui 
nished, dark green, fine ; veins red. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom medium; landscape value extra good. Variety 
as a whole good to extra good. 

Species— P. albiflora. TRAGEDY. Originated by HoUis, 1908. 

Donated by Farr. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom bomb. Form of bloom globular, medium 
compact to loose. Differentiated. Entirely transformed. Color (total effect) 
dark crimson 5 (178); guards splashed light; collar same as guards; center 
clear. Very brilliant, dark variety, distinct shade. Fragrance pleasant X. 
Blooming time mid-season. Medium size. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant erect, tall, compact. Growth strong. Stem 
medium long, medium to strong, reddish green. Blooming habit free. Lateral 
buds undeveloped, healthy. Foliage medium furnished, light green, medium 
size ; veins reddish green. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom good ; landscape value good. Variety as a 
whole good. 

Species— V. albiflora. WASHINGTON, Originated by Guerin, 1850. 

Donated by Dessert. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom bomb. Form of bloom flat, medium com- 
pact. Differentiated. Not entirely transformed. Color (total effect) i (155) 
tyrian rose ; collar lighter than guards ; tinted cream at the base ; center i 
(154) violet rose and silver tipped, clear. Yellowish carpels, pink stigmas. 
Same color as " General Bertrand " but more silver tipped. Fragrance pleasant 
XX. Blooming time mid-season. Medium size. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant erect, medium tall, medium compact. Growth 
strong and healthy. Stem medium long, strong, red. Blooming habit medium. 
Buds borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage medium furnished, dark green, me- 
dium size; veins red. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom poor ; landscape value poor. Varietj' as a 
whole poor. 



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SEMI-ROSE TYPE 
ALSACE LORRAINE. 

White 

Spccirs — P. albiflora. Originated by Lemoine, 1906. 

Donalcd by Farr. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom semi-iose. Form of bloom flat, compact. 
Not dififerentiated. Not entirely transformed. Color (total effect) cream 
white I (10), guards splashed slightly with crimson, collar same color as 
guards, center clear. Very attractive bloom. Fragrance unpleasant X. 
Blooming time late. Size large to very large. 

Description of plant — -Habit of plant medium erect, tall, medium compact. 
Growth strong, healthy. Stem long, medium strong, reddish green. Bloom- 
ing habit free. Buds borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage medium furnished, 
medium green, medium size; veins red. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom extra good; landscape value good. Variety as 
a whole extra good. 

AURORE. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Dessert, 1904. 

Donated by Cottage Gardens Company and Shaylor and Farr. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom semi-rose. Form of bloom flat, loose. 
Not differentiated. Not entirely transformed. Color (total effect) lilac white 
I (7). guards prominently ' flecked with crimson; collar milk white, lighter 
than guards ; center flecked with crimson. The very center of the bloom is of 
the same shade as guards. Stamens very prominent, shown as well as in " La 
Rosiere " or " Marguerite Gerard." Fragrance pleasant X. Blooming time late. 
Large size. 

Description of plant — Habit of p^ant erect, medium tall, compact. Growth strong, 
healthy. Stem medium long, strong, reddish green. Blooming habit free. 
Buds have laterals undeveloped, healthy. Foliage well furnished, medium 
green, tine in size ; veins green. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom good ; landscape value good. Variety as a 
whole good. 

Remarks — This variety should not be confused with "Aurora" (Pleas), see 
Bulletin 278, page 2Z7, nor "Aurora" (Flollis), see page 78. 

BOULE DE NEIGE. 

Species— v. albiflora. Originated by Calot, 1862. 

Donated by Cottage Gardens Company. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom, semi-rose. Form of bloom medium glob- 
ular, medium compact. Not differentiated. Not entirely transformed. Color 
(total effect) milk white; guards flecked noticeably crimson; collar same as 
guards: center flecked crimson, very striking. Fragrance unpleasant X. 
Blooming time early to mid-season. Very large to large size. 

Description of /'/a»^ — Habit of plant erect, tall, medium compact. Growth strong 
and healthy. Stem long, strong, reddish green. Blooming habit free. Buds 
borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage well furnished, dark green, coarse; veins 
green. 

Commercial value — Yor cut bloom extra good; landscape value good. Variety 
as a whole good. 

Remarks— Very similar to "Mons. Dupont," slightly more double, clearer white, 
and blooms 5-6 days ahead of " Dupont." 



CLiKSSIFICATlON OF THE PEONV II5 

CLARA BARTON. 

Species — 'P. albiflora. Originated by Terry. 

Donated by Cottage Gardens Company and I'arr. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom semi-rose. Form of bloom giol)ular, loose. 
Not differentiated. Not entirely transformed. Color (total effect) milk 
white ; guards prominently flecked with crimson ; center clear, (ireen carpels, 
pink stigmas. Bloom is single in weak plants. Fragrance unpleasant X. 
Blooming time early. Size large. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant drooping, medium height, open. Growth 
medium. Stem medium long, weak, red. Blooming habit medium. Buds 
borne in clusters, healthy. P'oliage medium furnished, medium green, fine ; 
veins red. 

Commercial z'ahie — For cut bloom poor; landscape value poor. Variety as a 
whole poor. 

JAMES KELWAY. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Kelway. 

Donated by Cottage Gardens Company. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom semi-rose. Form of bloom flat, loose. 
Not differentiated. Not entirely transformed. Color (total eft'ect) i (8) rose 
white ; guards prominently flecked with crimson ; collar lighter than guards, 
fades milk white ; center clear, central parts have yellow veins toward base. 
Fragrance unpleasant X. Blooming time mid-season. Very large size. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant medium erect, medium height, medium com- 
pact. Growth medium to strong, healthy. Stem medium long to long, medium 
strong, reddish green. Blooming habit free. Buds borne in clusters, healthy. 
Foliage well furnished, light green, medium size ; veins green. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom good; landscape value good. Variety as a 
whole good. 

Remarks — Came from Peterson Nursery as such. Identical with "Lady Derby" 
from Shaylor and Thurlow, and "Mrs. Gwyn-Lewis" from Farr. 



LE CYGNE. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Lemoine, 1907. 

Donated by Farr. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom semi-rose. Form of bloom globular, com- 
pact. Not differentiated. Not entirely transformed. Color (total effect) 
pure milk white; collar same as guards; center clear. A few yellow stamens 
in center of bloom. Fragrance pleasant XX. Mid-season. Large size. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant, erect, medium tall to tall, medium compact. 
Growth strong and healthy! Stem medium long, strong. Blooming habit me- 
dium free. Buds borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage well furnished, dark 
green, medium size; veins reddish green. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom good; landscape value extra good to good. 
Variety as a whole good. 

Remarks — The globular, compact tj'pe of bloom of this variety makes it easily 
distinguishable from other varieties. 



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MADAME DE TREYERAN. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Dessert, 1899. 

Donated by Farr. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom semi-rose. Form of bloom flat, compact. 
Not differentiated. Not entirely transformed. Color (total effect) rose white 
I (8); guards splashed with scarlet; collar same as guards; center flecked 
with crimson. Color is splashed on giving a rose white tint. Very attractive. 
Fragrance pleasant XXX. Blooming time early. Size very large. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant erect, medium tall, compact. Growth strong. 
Stem medium long, strong, red. Blooming habit very free. Buds borne in 
clusters, healthy. Foliage medium furnished, medium green, medium to fine in 
size; veins reddish green. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom good; landscape value extra good. Variety as 
a whole good. 

MARIE. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Calot, 1868. 

Donated by Farr. 

Description of bloom— Type of bloom semi-rose. Form of bloom flat, compact. 
Not differentiated. Not entirely transformed. Color (total effect) lilac white 
fading to milk white 2 (7) ; guards flecked with crimson ; collar same as 
guards; center clear. Golden yellow 2 (16) staminodes, or short, narrow 
petals around the collar. Petals shading to yellow at base. Fragrance pleas- 
ant. Blooming time late. Medium size. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant medium erect to erect, very tall, medium 
compact. Growth strong and healthy. Stem long, strong, reddish green. 
Blooming habit free. Buds borne in clusters. Foliage medium furnished, 
dark green, medium size ; veins red. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom good; landscape value good. Variety as a 
whole good. 

USONA. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Hollis, 1907. 

Donated by Hollis. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom semi-rose. Form of bloom flat, medium 

compact. Not dift'erentiated. Not entirely transformed. Color (total effect) 

lilac white i (7) ; guards flecked with crimson and green ; center milk white, 

flecked. Stamens visible at center. Fragrance unpleasant XX. Blooming 

time mid-season. Very large size. 
Description of plant — Habit of plant medium erect, medium tall, medium compact. 

Stem strong and healthy. Stem long, strong, green. Blooming habit free. 

Buds borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage well furnished, dark green, coarse ; 

veins green. 
Commercial value — For cut bloom poor; landscape value good. Variety as a 

whole good. 

MADEMOISELLE DESBUISSONS. 

Pink and White 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Crousse, 1893. 

Donated by Goos and Koenemann. 

Description of bloom — Tj^pe of bloom semi-rose. Form of bloom flat, compact. 




Marie Jacquin {setni-double type) 



Clx\ssification of niE Peony 119 

Not differentiated. Not entirely transformed. Color (total effect) pink and 
white; guards violet rose i (154); guards clear; center fades to milk white, 
clear. Stamens visible at center, small hairy carpels, white stigmas. Fra- 
grance pleasant X. Blooming time mid-season. Large size. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant erect, tall, compact. Growth strong and 
healthy. Stem long, strong, reddish green. Blooming habit very free. Buds 
borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage well furnished, medium green, coarse ; 
veins reddish green. 

Commercial z'ulue — For cut bloom medium; landscape value extra good. Variety 
as a whole good. 

ARSENE MEURET. 

Pink 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Verdier, 1S54. 

Donated by Farr. 

Description of blootn — Type of bloom semi-rose. Form of bloom globular, me- 
dium compact. Not differentiated. Not entirely transformed. Color (total 
effect) violet rose i (154) ; guards violet rose, flecked with green, streaked 
light; collar same as guards; center clear; bloom silver tipped. Fragrance 
unpleasant XX. Blooming time mid-season. Large size. 

Description of plant- — -Habit of plant medium erect, medium tall, medium com- 
pact. Growth strong, healthy. Stem medium long, medium strong, reddish 
green. Blooming habit free. Buds borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage me- 
dium furnished, medium green, medium to fine size; veins green. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom medium; landscape value good. Variety as a 
whole medium to good. 

BATTLEFIELD. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Hollis. 

Donated by Hollis. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom semi-rose. Form of bloom flat, compact. 
Not differentiated. Not entirely transformed. Color (total effect) pure 
mauve 4 (181) ; guards flecked with crimson and green, splashed; center clear; 
secondary staminodes absent; silver-tipped imbricated bloom, uniform 
throughout. Fragrance unpleasant XX. Blooming time mid-season. Large 
size. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant drooping, tall, open. Growth strong, healthy. 
Stem long, strong, reddish green. Blooming habit medium. Buds borne in 
clusters. Foliage poorly furnished, dark green, coarse; veins reddish green. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom medium; landscape value poor. Variety as a 
whole medium to poor. 

Remarks — Drooping habit makes it undesirable. 

BELISAIRE. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Lemoine, 1907. 

Donated by Farr. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom semi-rose. Form of bloom globular, me- 
dium compact. Not differentiated. Not entirely transformed. Color (total 
effect) pale lilac ; guards very finely splashed with crim.son ; collar same as 
guards ; center flecked with crimson. Splashed with minute dots of deeper 
lilac. Fragrance unpleasant X. Blooming time mid-season. Size medium to 
large. 
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Description of plant — Habit of plant medium erect, medium tall, medium com- 
pact. Growth strong and healthy. Stem medium length, medium strong, red. 
Blooming habit free. Buds borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage medium fur- 
nished, light green, medium size ; veins red. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom good; landscape value good. Variety as a 
whole good. 

Remarks — Bloom is identical with "Asa Gray," the only difference in the two 
varieties being that "Belisaire" has red stems, "Asa Gray" green. 

BLANCHE DESSERT. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Dessert, 1888. 

Donated by Farr. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom semi-rose. Form of bloom flat, medium 
compact. Not dift'erentiated. Not entirely transformed. Color (total effect) 
solferino red 2 (157); guards clear; collar same as guards; center clear. 
Bloom attractive, somewhat imbricated. Fragrance unpleasant X. Blooming 
time early. Medium size. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant drooping, medium tall, open. Growth me- 
dium, healthy. Stem medium length, weak, red. Blooming habit medium. 
Lateral buds undeveloped. Foliage poorly furnished, dark green, fine ; veins 
reddish green. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom poor ; landscape value medium to poor. 
Variety as a whole medium to poor. 

Remarks — Wiry, weak stems, poorly furnished. 

CARMEN. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Lemoine, 1898. 

Donated by Farr. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom semi-rose. Form of bloom flat, compact. 
Not entirely differentiated. Not entirely transformed. Color (total effect) 
hydrangea pink i (132) ; guards clear; collar same as guards; center flecked 
with crimson. Color sprinkled on in fine dots like "Asa Gray." Fades lilac 
white. Fragrance unpleasant X. Blooming time mid-season. Very large size. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant erect, tall, medium compact. Growth 
strong and healthy. Stem long, strong, red. Blooming habit medium. Buds 
single, healthy. Foliage medium furnished, light green, medium size ; veins 
reddish green. 

Commercial value^ — For cut bloom good; landscape value good. Variety as a 
whole good. 

CERISETTE. 

Species— v. albiflora. Origin unknown. 

Donated by Farr. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom semi-rose. Form of bloom flat, compact. 
Not differentiated. Not entirely transformed. Color (total effect) violet 
rose 3 (154); guards clear; collar same as guards; center flecked with green 
at base occasionally. Fragrance unpleasant X. Blooming time early to mid- 
season. Large size. 



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Classification of the Peony 121 

Description of plant — Habit of plant erect, medium tall, medium compact. Growth 
strong and healthy. Stem medium long, medium strength, reddish green. 
Blooming habit medium. Buds borne in clusters. Foliage well furnished, 
medium green, medium size ; veins red. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom medium ; landscape value medium. Variety as 
a whole medium. 

CHARLES TOCHE. 

Species— P. albiflora. Originated by Dessert, 1888. 

Donated by Farr. 

Description of bloo>n — Type of bloom semi-double. Form of bloom globular, 
loose, stamens very noticeable. Not differentiated. Not entirely transformed. 
Color (total effect) violet rose 4 (154) ; guards clear; collar same as guards; 
center clear; color uniform. Fades in sun to i (154). Fragrance unpleasant 
XX. Blooming time early. Medium size. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant erect, dwarf, compact. Growth strong and 
healthy. Stem short, strong, red. Blooming habit free. Buds borne in clus- 
ters, healthy. Foliage well furnished, medium to dark green, medium size; 
veins reddish green. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom poor; landscape value good. Variety as a 
whole good. 

DUGUESCLIN. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Miellez, 185/. 

Donated by Dessert. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom semi-rose. Form of bloom globular, loose. 
Not differentiated. Not entirely transformed. Color (total effect) violet 
rose 4 (154); guards flecked with crimson; collar same as guards; center 
clear; secondary staminodes absent. Very prominently silver tipped. Petals 
noticeably serrate. Fragrance unpleasant X. Blooming time mid-season. Size 
medium to large. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant medium erect, medium height, compact. 
Growth medium, healthy. Stem medium long, medium strong, reddish green. 
Blooming habit free. Buds borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage well furnished, 
medium green, medium size ; veins reddish green. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom poor; landscape value poor. Variety as a 
whole poor. 

ENCHANTMENT. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Hollis, 1907. 

Donated by Hollis. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom semi-rose. Form of bloom flat, medium 
compact. Not differentiated. Not entirely transformed. Color (total effect) 
pale lilac rose i (178) ; guards clear; collar same as guards; uniform color; 
secondary staminodes absent. Bloom fades in sunlight to hydrangea pink. 
Stamens plainly visible. Fragrance unpleasant X. Blooming time mid-season. 
Medium size. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant drooping, medium height, medium compact. 
Growth strong and healthy. Stem long, strong, green. Blooming habit me- 
dium. Buds borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage medium furnished, medium 
green, coarse ; veins green. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom poor ; landscape value poor. Variety as a 
whole poor to worthless. 

Remarks — Has no place in the trade. 



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EUGENIE VERDIER. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Calot, 1864. 

Donated by Farr. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom semi-rose. Form of bloom flat, medium 
compact to loose. Not dififerentiatecl. Not entirely transformed. Color 
(total effect) i (132) hydrangea pink; guards clear; collar lighter than 
guards ; very slight occasional crimson flecks on center. Color fades to lilac 
white. Fragrance pleasant X. Blooming time mid-season. Large size. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant medium erect, tall, open. Growth strong and 
healthy. Stem long, medium strong, reddish green. Blooming habit free. 
Buds borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage medium furnished, medium green, 
medium size; veins red. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom good; landscape value medium. Variety as a 
whole good. 

Remarks — Much confused with "Eugene Vcrdier"' and " Pottsi Alba." 



GENERAL CAVAIGNAC. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Calot, 1858. 

Donated by Farr. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom semi-rose. Form of bloom globular, com- 
pact. Not clearly differentiated. Entirely transformed. Color (total effect) 
light violet rose i (154) ; guards clear; collar same as guards; center splashed 
with crimson. Bloom tipped light. Fragrance pleasant X. Blooming time 
late. Size very large. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant erect, tall, compact. Growth medium. Stem 
long, medium strong, green. Blooming habit free. Buds borne in clusters, 
healthy. Foliage medium furnished, light green, fine ; veins green. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom good ; landscape value good. Variety as a 
whole good. 

GEORGIANA SHAYLOR. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Shaylor, 1908. 

Donated by Shaylor. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom semi-rose. Form of bloom globular, com- 
pact. Not differentiated. Not entirely transformed. Color (total effect) i 
(129) pale rose pink; guards flecked with crimson, splashed slightly with crim- 
son ; collar same as guards ; center flecked with crimson. First class certificate 
at Massachusetts Horticultural Society 1908. Fragrance pleasant X. Blooming 
time mid-season to late. Large size. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant erect, medium tall, compact. Growth strong 
and healthy. Stem medium long, strong, reddish green. Blooming habit free. 
Buds borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage well furnished, medium size ; veins 
green. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom good; landscape value good. Variety as a 
whole good. 



Classification of the Peony 



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JAMES BLANC. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Crousse, 1883. 

Donated by Cottage Gardens Company. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom semi-roje. Form of bloom flat, compact. 
Not differentiated. Not entirely transformed. Color (total effect) violet rose 
3 (154); guards clear; collar same as guards; center clear. The distinguish- 
ing characteristic is deeply notched petals throughout bloom of about same 
width. Fragrance lacking. Blooming time mid-season. Large size. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant erect, medium height, compact. Growth 
strong and healthy. Stem medium long, strong, reddish green. Blooming 
habit medium. Buds borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage well furnished, dark 
green, coarse ; veins green. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom good ; landscape value good. Variety as a 
whole good. 

MADAME BARILLET DESCHAMPS. 

Species— P. albiflora. 'Originated by Calot, 1868. 

Donated by Farr. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom semi-rose. Form of bloom flat, imbricated. 
Not differentiated. Not entirely transformed. Color (total effect) violet rose 
3 (154) ; guards clear; collar same as guards; center flecked occasionally with 
scarlet on edge. Bloom fades to a delicate silver pink in the sun. • Fragrance 
pleasant X. Blooming time early to mid-season. Large size. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant medium erect, medium height, medium com- 
pact. Growth strong and healthy. Stem medium long, strong, reddish green. 
Blooming habit medium. Buds borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage well fur- 
nished, light green, coarse ; veins reddish green. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom good; landscape value good. Variety as a 
whole good to extra good. 

MARY L. HOLLIS. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by HolHs, 1907. 

Donated by Hollis. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom semi-rose. Form of bloom flat, medium 
compact. Not differentiated. Not entirely transformed. Color (total effect) 
pale lilac rose 2 (178) ; guards clear; center clear, fades lilac white; secondary 
staminodes absent. Yellow stamens, plainly visible at center, concealed at 
collar. Fragrance unpleasant XX. Blooming time mid-season. Large size. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant erect, tall, compact. Growth strong and 
healthy. Stem long, strong, green. Blooming habit free. Buds borne in clus- 
ters, healthy. Foliage well furnished, medium green, coarse ; veins green. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom medium; landscape value extra good. Variety 
as a whole good. 

Remarks — A very attractive bloom. 

NOBILISSIMA. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Miellez, 1858. 

Donated by Cottage Gardens Company. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom semi-rose. Form of bloom flat, medium 
compact. Not differentiated. N'ot entirely transformed. Color (total effect) 



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4 (154) violet rose; guards clear; collar same as guards; center flecked with 
crimson. Fragrance unpleasant X. Blooming time mid-season to late. Large 
size. 
Description of plant — Habit of plant erect, tall, medium compact. Growth strong 
and healthy. Stem long, strong, reddish green. Blooming habit free. Buds 
borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage medium furnished, dark green, medium 
size ; veins red. 
Commercial value — For cut bloom medium; landscape value good. Variety as a 
whole good. 

PETER PAN. 
Species— v. albiflora. Originated by Hollis. 

Donated by Hollis. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom semi-rose. Form of bloom flat, loose. 
Not differentiated. Not entirely transformed. Color (total effect) lilac rose 
I (152); guards flecked crimson; center prominently flecked crimson, fades 
lighter than guards. Bloom fades in sun to lilac white. Fragrance unpleasant 
X. Blooming time mid-season. Large size. 
Description of plant — Habit of plant erect, medium height, compact. Growth 
strong and healthy. Stem long, strong, green. Blooming habit free. Buds 
borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage well furnished, medium green, medium 
size ; veins green. 
Commercial value — For cut bloom poor; landscape value good. Variety as a 
whole medium. 

PRAIRIE SPLENDOR. 
Species— F. albiflora. Originated by Rosenfield. 

Donated by Farr. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom semi-rose. Color (total effect) 2 (154) 
violet rose; guards clear; collar same as guards; center slightly flecked with 
crimson. Bloom silver tipped. Stamens may entirely disappear on very strong 
plants. Fragrance lacking. Blooming time mid-season. Large size. 
Description of plant — Uah'it of plant erect, tall, medium compact. Growth strong 
and healthy. Stem long, medium strong, red. Blooming habit free. Buds 
borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage medium furnished, medium green, medium 
size ; veins red. 
Commercial value — For cut bloom good; landscape value good. Variety as a 
whole good. 

REINE HORTENSE. 
Species— v. albiflora. Originated by Calot, 1857. 

Donated by Farr. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom semi-rose. Form of bloom flat, compact. 
Slightly differentiated. Not entirely transformed. Color (total effect) hy- 
drangea pink 2 (132); guards splashed with crimson; collar same color as 
guards ; center prominently flecked with crimson. Color splashed on rose white 
background. Fades in sunlight. Fragrance pleasant X. Blooming time early 
to mid-season. Very large size. 
Description of plant — Uahit of plant erect, tall, medium compact. Growth strong 
and healthy. Stem long, strong, reddish green. Blooming habit medium. 
Buds borne in clusters. Foliage medium furnished, medium to dark green, 
medium size ; veins reddish green. 
Commercial valne— For cut bloom good; landscape value medium. Variety as a 
whole good. 



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Classification of the Peony 125 

RUY BLAS. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Dessert. 

Donated by Farr. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom semi-rose. Form of bloom flat, medium 
compact. Not differentiated. Not entirely transformed. Color (tolal effect) 
pure mauve 3 (181) ; guards clear; collar same as guards; center clear. Bloom 
fades rapidly, silver tipped. Fragrance unpleasant XXX. Blooming time mid- 
season. Medium size. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant erect, dwarf, compact. Growth strong. 
Stem short, medium strong, reddish green. Blooming habit free. Buds borne 
in clusters, healthy. Foliage well furnished, light green, medium size ; veins 
reddish green. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom medium ; landscape value good. Variety as a 
whole medium. 

SARAH BERNHARDT. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Lemoine, 1906. 

Donated by Farr. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom semi-rose. Form of bloom flat, imbricated, 
compact. Not differentiated. Not entirely transformed. Color (total effect) 
mauve rose 2 (153) ; guards clear; collar same as guards; center clear. Bloom 
silver tipped. Fragrance pleasant X. Blooming time late. Size large to very 
large. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant medium erect, tall, medium compact. 
Growth strong. Stem long, medium strong, reddish green. Blooming habit 
free. Buds borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage medium furnished, medium 
green, medium size ; veins green. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom extra good ; landscape value good. Variety 
as a whole extra good. 

Remarks — This variety should not be confused with the so-called "Sarah Bern- 
hardt" (Dessert) which is really "Umbellata Rosea." See page 292, Bulletin 
278. 

TROJAN. 

Species — P. albiflora. Origin unknown. 

Donated by Farr. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom semi-rose. Form of bloom flat, medium 
compact. Not differentiated. Not entirely transformed. Color (total effect) 
crimson pink i (150) ; guards flecked with scarlet and green; collar same color 
as guards ; center slightly flecked with crimson and white ; secondary sta- 
minodes* absent. Bloom silver tipped. Fragrance unpleasant XX. Blooming 
time mid-season. Medium to large size. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant erect, medium height, compact. Growth 
strong and healthy. Stem medium long, strong, reddish green. Blooming 
habit free. Buds borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage well furnished, dark 
green, medium size ; veins green. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom medium; landscape value good. Variety as a 
whole good. 



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WALTER FAXON. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Richardson. 

Donated by Shaylor. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom semi-rose. Form of bloom globular, me- 
dium compact. Differentiated. Not entirely transformed. Color (total ef- 
fect) bright rose 2 (128) ; guards clear; center clear; uniform color through- 
out. Guard petals fade lighter than center. Very delicate color. Fragrance 
slight. Blooming time mid-season. Medium size. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant medium erect, medium tall, medium com- 
pact. Growth medium strong, healthy. Stem medium long, medium strong, 
green. Blooming habit medium to free. Foliage medium to dark green ; veins 
reddish green. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom good ; landscape value medium. Variety as a 
whole good. 

ADMIRAL TOGO. 

Red 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Hollis, 1907. 

Donated by Farr and Hollis. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom semi-rose. Form of bloom flat, medium 
compact. Not differentiated. Not entirely transformed. Color (total effect) 
crimson carmine 6-7 (159) ; guards clear; collar same as guards; center clear. 
Holds color well (no silver tips). Fragrance unpleasant XX. Blooming lime 
mid-season. Size medium to large. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant erect, medium tall, compact. Growth me- 
dium strong, healthy. Stem medium long, strong, reddish green. Blooming 
habit medium free. Buds borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage well furnished, 
very dark green, medium fine; veins red. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom good; landscape value good. Variety as a 
whole good. 

AKSARBEN. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Rosenfield, 1908. 

Donated by Farr. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom semi-rose. Form of bloom flat, compact. 
Not differentiated. Not entirely transformed. Color (total effect) dark 
crimson 4-5 (168) ; guards clear; collar same as guards; center, green streaks 
in carpelodes. Fragrance unpleasant X. Blooming time mid-season. Size 
large. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant erect, tall, medium compact. Growth strong, 
healthJ^ Stem long, strong, reddish green. Blooming habit free. Buds borne 
in clusters, healthy. Foliage medium furnished, dark green, medium fine; veins 
green. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom good; landscape value good. Variety as a 
whole good. 

Remarks — Somewhat like "Karl Rosenfield," but foliage not as coarse, bloom more 
compact, with green streaks in center. 



Cu\SSIFICATION OF THE PeONY 12/ 

AUGUSTE GAUTHIER. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Dessert and Mechin, 1890. 

Donated by Cottage Gardens Company. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom semi-rose. Form of bloom globular, me- 
dium compact. Not differentiated. Not entirely transformed. Color (total 
effect) tyrian rose 4 (155) ; guards clear; collar same as guards; center clear; 
secondary staminodes absent. Noticeably silver tipped, imbricated, wide petals 
throughout. Fragrance unpleasant XX. Blooming time mid-season. Large 
size. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant erect, medium height, compact. Growth 
strong and healthy. Stem medium long, medium strength, red. Blooming 
habit free. Buds borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage well furnished, dark 
green, medium size; veins reddish green. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom medium; landscape value good. Variety as a 
whole good. 

BISMARK. 

Species — P. albiflora. Origin unknown. 

Donated by Charlton. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom semi-double. Form of bloom fiat, loose. 
Not differentiated. Not entirely transformed. Color (total effect) magenta 
4 (182); guards clear; collar same as guards; center clear; secondary stam- 
inodes absent. Fragrance unpleasant XX. Blooming time mid-season. 
Large size. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant erect, tall, medium compact. Growth 
strong and healthy. Stem long, medium strong, red. Blooming habit free. 
Buds borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage poorly furnished, medium to light 
green, fine ; veins red. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom poor; landscape value poor. Variety as a whole 
poor. 

Remarks — Absolute identity is not established. 

CAVALLERIA RUSTICANA. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Kelway. 

Donated by Farr. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom semi-rose. Form of bloom globular, me- 
dium compact. Not entirely differentiated. Not entirely transformed. Color 
(total effect) reddish violet 4 (168) ; guards have light streak in center; col- 
lar same color as guards ; center clear ; uniform color. Wide petals through- 
out bloom. Fragrance unpleasant X. Blooming time mid-season. Large size. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant erect, medium tall, medium compact to com- 
pact. Growth strong and healthy. Stem medium long, strong, reddish green. 
Blooming habit free. Buds borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage medium fur- 
nished, dark green, medium size ; veins red. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom good; landscape value good. Variety as a 
whole good. 

COQUELIN. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Dessert. 

Donated by Farr. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom semi-double. Form of bloom flat, loose. 
Not differentiated. Not entirely transformed. Color (total effect) tyrian rose 



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I (155); guards clear; collar same as guards; center clear. Bloom becomes 
silver tipped with age. Stamens visible at collar and center. Fragrance un- 
pleasant XX. Blooming time early. Medium size. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant drooping, dwarf to medium, medium compact. 
Growth medium strong, healthy. Stem short to medium length, weak to me- 
dium strong, red. Blooming habit medium. Buds borne in clusters, healthy. 
Foliage medium furnished, medium green, medium size ; veins red. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom poor; landscape value medium. Variety as a 
whole medium. 

E. G. HILL. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Lemoine, 1906. 

Donated by Farr. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom semi-rose. Form of bloom medium glob- 
ular, compact. Slightly differentiated. Not entirely transformed. Color 
(total effect) tyrian rose 2 (155) ; uniform color; center 2 (155), clear. Very 
showy, desirable bloom. Stamens nearly concealed. Fragrance unpleasant X. 
Blooming time early. Size large to very large. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant erect, dwarf, compact. Growth strong and 
healthy. Stem short, strong, green. Blooming habit free. 'Lateral buds un- 
developed, healthy Foliage medium furnished, medium green, medium size ; 
veins green. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom good ; landscape value extra good. Variety as 
a whole extra good. 

GENERAL DODDS. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Crousse, 1893. 

Donated by Farr. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom semi-rose. Form of bloom globular, very 

compact. Slightly differentiated. Entirely transformed. Color (total effect) 

dark tyrian rose 4 (iSS) ; guards splashed with green; collar same as guards; 

center clear. A few small, pure white petals around the center. Fragrance 

lacking. Blooming time late. Size very large. 
Description of plant — Habit of plant erect, tall, compact. Growth strong. Stem 

long, strong, green. Blooming habit free. Buds borne in clusters, healthy. 

Foliage well furnished, medium to light green, medium size ; veins green. 
Commercial value — For cut bloom good; landscape value good. Variety as a 

whole good. 

GENERAL HOOKER. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Terry. 

Donated by Farr n. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom semi-rose. Form of bloom flat, compact. 
Not differentiated. Not entirely transformed. Color (total effect) 4 (155) 
tyrian rose; guards flecked; collar same as guards; center clear; uniform color 
throughout. Bloom has slight silver tip. Fragrance unpleasant XX. Bloom- 
ing time mid-season. Size large. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant medium erect, medium tall to tall, medium 
compact. Growth medium to strong, healthy. Stem long, medium strong, red- 
dish green. Blooming habit free. Buds borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage 
medium furnished, medium green, medium size ; veins reddish green. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom good; landscape value good. Variety as a 
whole good. 



Cl.\ssificati(jn of the Peony 129 

GEORGE WASHINGTON. 

Species — P albiflora. Originated by Hollis, 1904. 

Donated by Farr 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom semi-rose. Form of bloom flat, loose. Not 

differentiated Not entirely transformed. Color (total effect) 4 (168) dark 

crimson, guards clear, collar same as guards; center clear, uniform color. 

Fragrance unpleasant XXX. Blooming time mid-season. Large size. 
Description of plant — Habit of plant erect, medium height, medium compact. 

Gr6wth strong and healthy. Stem medium to long, strong, red. Blooming 

habit medium. Buds borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage well furnished, dark 

green, medium size ; veins vivid red. 
Commercial value — For cut bloom poor; landscape value medium. Variety as a 

whole medium. 
Remarks — Much like numerous other red semi-doubles. Not to be confused 

with "Washington" (Guerin, i860). 



KARL ROSENFIELD 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Rosenfield, 1908. 

Donated by Farr and Rosenfield. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom semi-rose. Form of bloom globular, com- 
pact- Not differentiated. Not entirely transformed. Color (total effect) 4-5 
(168) dark crimson; guards clear; collar same as guards; center clear. Fra- 
grance lacking. Blooming time mid-season. Size large to very large. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant erect, tall, compact. Growth strong and 
healthy. Stem long, strong green. Blooming habit free. Buds home in clus- 
ters. Foliage well furnished, dark green, coarse ; veins green. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom good; landscape value good. Variety as a 
whole very good Keeps unusually well as a cut flower. One of the best 
crimson varieties in the trade. 



MADAME ADRIEN SENECLAUZE. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Seneclauze, 1875. 

Donated by Dessert. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom semi-rose. Form of bloom flat, medium 
compact. Not differentiated. Not entirely transformed. Color (total effect) 
I (169) rose magenta; guards streaked light; collar lighter than guards; cen- 
ter clear ; secondary staminodes absent. Bloom fades somewhat on tips with 
age. Fragrance unpleasant XX. Blooming time mid-season. Large size. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant medium erect, tall, medium compact. Growth 
strong and healthy. Stem long, strong, reddish green. Blooming habit free. 
Buds borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage well furnished, light green, coarse , 
veins reddish green. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom poor; landscape value medium. Variety as a 
whole medium. 



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MADAME AUGUSTE DESSERT. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Dessert, 1899. 

Donated by Shaylor. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom semi-rose. Form of bloom medium glob- 
ular, medium compact. Color (total effect) i (154) violet rose; guards slightly 
flecked with crimson; collar same as guards; center flecked with crimson. Fra- 
grance unpleasant XX. Blooming time early to mid-season. Very large to 
large size. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant erect, medium height, compact. Growth 
strong and healthy. Stem medium long, strong, green. Blooming habit free. 
Buds borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage well furnished, medium green, me- 
dium size ; veins green. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom good; landscape value good. Variety as a 
whole good. 

MADAME MOUTOT. 

'Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Crousse, 1892. 

Donated by Farr. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom semi-rose. Color (total effect) 2 (155) 
tyrian rose ; guards clear ; collar same as guards ; center clear. Bloom fades 
slight silver tipped. Fragrance pleasant XX. Blooming time mid-season. 
Medium size. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant erect, medium height, compact. Growth me- 
dium strong. Cornell specimens diseased. Stem medium long, medium strong, 
red. Blooming habit shy ; this may be on account of disease. Buds single, 
blight. Foliage medium furnished, light green, medium size; veins vi^?id red. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom medium ; landscape value medium. Variety as 
a whole medium. 

NIGRICANS. 

Species — P. albiflora. Origin unknown. 

Donated by Farr. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom semi-rose. Form of bloom globular, me- 
dium compact. Not differentiated. Not entirely transformed. Color (total 
effect) dark crimson; uniform color throughout 5 (168); center clear. Very 
deep, rich color. Fragrance unpleasant X. Blooming time mid-season to late. 
Medium size. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant erect, medium height, compact. Growth 
strong and healthy. Stem medium long, strong, red. Blooming habit irregular. 
Buds borne in clusters. Foliage medium furnished, dark green, medium size; 
veins vivid red. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom medium ; landscape value good. Variety as a 
whole good. 

PIERRE REIGNOUX. 

Species — v. albiflora. Originated by Dessert, 1908. 

Donated by Farr. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom semi-rose. Form of bloom medium flat, 
medium to compact. Not differentiated. Not entirely transformed. Color 
(total effect) tyrian rose i (155); guards clear; collar i (iSS) ^^me ^as 
guards; center slightly flecked with crimson. Imbricated, very attractive 



Classification of the Peony 131 

bloom. Fades out in sun ; a few stamens seen in center of bloom. Fragrance 
unpleasant X. Blooming time early. Large size. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant medium erect to drooping, dwarf, medium 
compact. Growth medium strong, healthy. Stem short, medium strong to 
weak, red. Blooming habit medium to free. Lateral buds undeveloped. 
Foliage medium furnished, medium green, fine size ; veins reddish green. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom poor; landscape value good. Variety as a 
whole good. 

RAPHAEL. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Mechin, 1882. 

Donated by Farr. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom semi-rose. Form of bloom globular, me- 
dium compact to loose ; stamens visible. Not differentiated. Not entirely trans- 
formed. Color (total effect) purple garnet 5-6 (165); guards streaked light; 
center has occasionally light streak. Very desirable, dark red for early season. 
Fragrance unpleasant X. Blooming time extra early. Medium size. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant erect, dwarf, compact. Growth strong and 
healthy. Stem short, strong, vivid red. Blooming habit very free. Buds 
borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage well furnished, dark green, medium size; 
veins red. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom poor ; landscape value good to extra good. 
Variety as a whole good. 

ROSSINI. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Kelway. 

Donated by Farr. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom semi-rose. Form of bloom flat, imbricated, 
medium compact. Not differentiated. Not entirely transformed. Color (total 
effect) tyrian rose 4 (iS5), silver tipped; guards clear; collar same as guards; 
center clear. Stamens are concealed ; bloom fades quickly in the sun. Fra- 
grance unpleasant XX. Blooming time early to mid-season. Medium size. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant erect, medium tall, medium compact. Growth 
strong and healthy. Stem medium length, medium strength, red. Blooming 
habit m.edium to free. Buds borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage medium fur- 
nished, dark green, medium size ; veins red. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom medium to good; landscape value good. Vari- 
ety as a whole good. 

SAMOSET. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by HolHs, 1907. 

Donated by Hollis. 

Description of blooju — Type of bloom semi-rose. Form of bloom flat, medium 
compact to compact. Not differentiated. Not entirely transformed. Color 
(total effect) rose magenta i (i6g) ; guards streaked light; center clear, 
slightly silver tipped. This is a showy bloom. Fragrance unpleasant XX. 
Blooming time early to mid-season. Very large size. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant very erect, tall, compact. Growth strong and 
healthy. Stem long, strong, red. Blooming habit free. Buds borne in clus- 
ters, health3\ Foliage well furnished, dark green, coarse; veins reddish green. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom medium; landscape value extra good. Variety 
as a whole good. 

Remarks- 'This is a very promising variety. 

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SENATOR. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Terry. 

Donated by Farr. 

Description of bloom— Type of bloom semi-rose. Form of bloom flat, imbricated, 
medium compact. Not differentiated. Not entirely transformed. Color (total 
effect) reddish violet 4 (180); guards streaked light; collar same as guards; 
center clear ; secondary staminodes absent. A few stamens partly visible in 
the center of the bloom. Fragrance unpleasant XX. Blooming time early to 
mid-season ; size very large. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant medium erect to drooping, tall, medium to 
open. Growth strong and healthy. Stem long, medium strong to strong, red- 
dish green. Blooming habit free. Buds borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage 
medium furnished, medium green, medium to coarse in size ; veins reddish 
green. 

Correction to Bulletin 259 — The above description is much better for this variety. 



TENIERS. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Crousse, 1880. 

Donated by Cottage Gardens Company. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom semi-rose. Form of bloom flat, medium 
compact. Not differentiated. Not entirely transformed. Color (total effect) 
purple garnet 5 (165); guards streaked light; collar same as guards; center 
silver tipped, slightly streaked light; uniform color. Fragrance unpleasant 
X. Blooming time mid-season. Medium size. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant medium erect, medium tall to dwarf, com- 
pact. Growth strong and healthy. Stem medium long, strong, red. Bloom- 
ing habit medium. Buds borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage well furnished, 
dark green, medium size ; veins reddish green. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom medium ; landscape value good. Variety as a 
whole medium. 

Correction to Bulletin 259 — The above description is much better for this variety. 



ROSE TYPE 

BARONESS SCHROEDER. 

White 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Kelway. 

Donated by Farr, Shaylor, Rosenfield, Cottage Gardens Company, Perennial Gar- 
dens, Elhvangcr & Barry, Blue Hill Nursery. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom rose. Form of bloom globular, compact. 
Not differentiated. Not entirely transformed. Color (total effect) flesh white 
fading to milk white ; guards clear ; collar same as guards ; center clear. Fra- 
grance pleasant XX. Blooming time mid-season. Large size. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant erect, tall, compact. Growth strong. Stem 
long, strong, reddish green. Free blooming. Lateral buds imdeveloped, 
healthy. Foliage well furnished, medium green, medium size; green veins. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom extra good; landscape value good. Variety as 
a whole extra good. 



Classification of thf Peony 133 

CARNEA STRIATA. 

Species — P. albiflora. Origin unknown. 

Donated by Jackson and Perkins. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom rose. Form of bloom globular, medium 
compact. Slightly differentiated. Entirely transformed. Color (total effect) 
lilac white; guards clear; collar same as guards; center flecked with crimson; 
secondary staminodes absent. Fragrance pleasant X. Blooming time mid- 
season. Medium to large size. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant medium erect, medium tall, medium compact. 
Growth strong and healthy. Stem medium long, medium strength, green. 
Blooming habit free. Buds borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage medium fur- 
nished, light green, fine; veins green. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom good ; landscape value good. Variety as a 
whole good. 

CLAUDE GELEE. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Lemoine. 

Donated by Farr. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom rose. Form of bloom flat, medium com- 
pact. Not differentiated. Entirely transformed. Color (total effect) i (10) 
creamy white ; guards clear ; collar same as guards ; center clear ; secondary 
staminodes absent. Occasional faint crimson fleck on center petals. Fra- 
grance pleasant X. Blooming time late. Size large. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant medium erect, dwarf to medium compact. 
Growth medium strong, stem medium long, m.edium strong. Blooming habit 
medium. Buds single, occasional side buds. Foliage medium furnished, me- 
dium green, medium size ; veins green. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom good; landscape value good. Variety as a 
whole good. 

Remarks — Color effect and type of bloom same as " Alsace Lorraine " but much 
more dwarf and a few days later. 

DOROTHY E. KIBBY. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Hollis, 1907. 

Donated by Hollis. 

This so-called variety cannot be distinguished from " Couronne d'Or." 
Synonym — " Couronne d'Or." 

EMMCHEN. 

Species — P. albiflora. Origin unknown. 

Donated by Goos and Koenemann. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom rose. Form of bloom flat, medium com- 
pact. Not differentiated. Entirely transformed. Color (total effect) milk 
white; guards clear; collar same as guards; center clear; secondary staminodes 
present. Fragrance unpleasant X. Blooming time late. Size large. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant erect, medium tall to tall, compact. Growth 
strong and healthy. Stem medium long, strong, green. Blooming habit free. 
Buds borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage well furnished, dark green, coarse; 
veins green. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom good ; landscape value good. Variety as a 
whole good. 



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ENCHANTRESSE. 

Species— v. albiflora. Originated by Lemoine 

Donated by Cottage Gardens Company. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom rose. Form of bloom globular, compact. 
Not differentiated. Entirely transformed. Color (total effect) I (10) creamy 
white; guards splashed with scarlet; collar same color as guards; center 
faintly flecked with crimson. Fragrance pleasant X. Blooming time very late. 
Very large size. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant erect, tall, medium compact. Growth strong 
and healthy. Stem long, strong, green. Blooming habit free. Buds borne in 
clusters, healthy. Foliage well furnished, light green, medium size; veins 
green. 

Commercial value — 'For cut bloom .good; landscape value good. Variety as a 
whole good to extra good. ^ 

GRANDIFLORA (RICHARDSON). 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Richardson and Hovey, 1883. 

Donated by Cottage Gardens Company and Farr. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom rose. Form of bloom flat, compact. Not 
differentiated. Entirely transformed. Color (totaj effect) 2 (7) rose white; 
guards clear ; collar same as guards ; center clear. Fragrance pleasant XX. 
Blooming time late. Very large size. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant medium erect, tall, open. Growth strong and 
healthy. Stem long, medium strong, green. Blooming habit medium. Buds 
borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage medium furnished, medium green, medium 
to fine in size ; veins red. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom good ; landscape value good. Variety as a 
whole good. 

HUMEI ALBA. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Lemon, 1830. 

Donated by Cottage Gardens Company. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom rose. Form of bloom flat, loose. Not dif- 
ferentiated. Entirely transformed. Color (total effect) lilac white I (7) ; 
guards clear ; collar same as guards ; center clear. Fragrance pleasant XX. 
Blooming time early. Large size. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant medium erect, medium height, medium com- 
pact. Growth medium strong, healthy. Stem medium long, medium strong, 
green. Blooming habit medium. Buds borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage 
medium furnished, light green, fine; veins green. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom good; landscape value medium. Variety as a 
whole good. 

LADY DARMOUTH. 

Species ^V. Albiflora. Origin unknown, 1850. 

Donated by Farr. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom rose. Form of bloom flat, loose. Slightly 
differentiated. Entirely transformed. Color (total effect) milk white; guards 
clear ; collar cream white ; center flecked with green. Petals of all sizes mixed 
throughout bloom. Fragrance pleasant X. Blooming time early. Small size. 




Lamar-tine {ro:ie type as grown at the Cottage Gardens nurseries) 



Classification of the Peony 137 

Description of plant — Habit of plant erect, medium height, medium compact. 
Growth strong and healthy. Stem medium long, strong, reddish green. Bloom- 
ing habit free. Buds borne in clusters. Foliage well furnished, medium 
green, medium size ; veins reddish green. 

Commercial zaluc — For cut bloom poor; landscape value medium. Variety as a 
whole medium. 

LA FRANCE. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Lemoine, 1901. 

Donated by Farr. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom rose. Form of bloom globular, compact. 

Not differentiated. Entirely transformed. Color (total effect) rose white 

3 (8); guards splashed with crimson; collar same as guards; center clear; 

bloom uniform color throughout; secondary staminodes absent. The outer 

guard petals have a splash of crimson through the center deepening at the 

base. Fragrance very pleasant XX. Blooming time mid-season to late. Very 

large size. 
Description of plant — Habit of plant erect, medium tall to tall, compact. Growth 

strong and healthy. Stem long, strong, reddish green. Blooming habit free. 

Buds borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage medium furnished, medium green, 

medium size ; veins reddish green. 
Commercial value — For cut bloom extra good; landscape value extra good. 

Variety as a whole extra good. 
Remarks — Very distinct variety. Perfect rose type. 

LA TENDRESSE. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Crousse, 1896. 

Donated by Farr. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom rose. Form of bloom flat, compact. Not 
differentiated. Entirely transformed. Color (total effect) milk white; guards 
slightly splashed; center flecked with crimson. Flecks are very prominent on 
some blooms, very slight on others. Fragrance pleasant X. Blooming time 
early. Size medium to large. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant erect, medium tall, medium compact to open. 
Growth medium strong, healthy. Stem medium long, medium strong to strong, 
reddish green. Blooming habit free. Buds borne in clusters. Foliage medium 
furnished; medium green, medium size; veins reddish green. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom extra good; landscape value good. Variety as 
a whole good. 

LUCY E. HOLLIS. 

Species— V. albiflora. Originated by Hollis, 1907. 

Donated by Hollis. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom rose. Form of bloom flat, compact. Not 

differentiated. Entirely transformed. Color (total effect) lilac white i (7) ; 

guards clear ; collar same as guards ; center slightly flecked with scarlet ; 

secondary staminodes present. Center of bloom shaded to pale lilac rose 

I (178). Fragrance pleasant X. Blooming time very late. Large size. 
Description of plant — Habit of plant drooping, not good, medium height, medium 

compact. Growth strong and healthy. Stem medium long, medium strong to 
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weak, green. Blooming habit free. Buds borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage 

well furnished, medium green, coarse; veins green. 
Commercial z'alne — For cut bloom medium; landscape value poor. Variety as a 

whole medium to poor. 
Remarks — Undesirable bud like "Charlemagne." 

MADAME EMILE GALLE. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Crousse, 1881. 

Donated by L. Paillet. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom rose. Form of bloom flat, compact. Not 
differentiated. Color (total effect) 2 (7) lilac white; guards clear; center 
clear; secondary staminodes present. Fine formed, attractive bloom, center 
fades with age to milk white. Fragrance pleasant X. Blooming time mid- 
season to late. Large size. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant medium erect, medium tall to tall, compact. 
Growth strong and healthy. Stem long, strong, green. Blooming habit free. 
Buds borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage well furnished, medium to light 
green, medium size ; veins reddish green. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom extra good ; landscape value good. Variety as 
a whole good to extra good. 

Correction to Bulletin 259 — The above description is much better for this variety. 

MADAME FOULD. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Crousse, 1893. 

Donated by Cottage Gardens Company. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom rose. Form of bloom globular, compact. 

Not differentiated. Entirely transformed. Color . (total effect) milk white; 

guards clear; center lilac white, very slightly flecked with crimson. Fragrance 

pleasant X. Blooming time very late. Large size. 
Description of plant — Habit of plant erect, tall, compact. Growth strong and 

healthy. Stem long, very strong, green. Blooming habit medium. Buds borne 

in clusters, healthy. Foliage medium furnished, medium green, coarse; veins 

green. 
Commercial value — For cut bloom good; landscape value good. Variety as a 

whole good. 
Remarks — Very tight bud, too full ; apt to burst and become waterlogged. 

MADAME VILMORIN. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Guerin, 1866. 

Donated by Farr. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom rose. Form of bloom only medium glob- 
ular. Not differentiated. Entirely transformed. Color (total effect) rose 
white 2 (8) ; guards clear; collar same as guards; center splashed with rose. 
Bloom shading to amber at base of petals. Occasional narrow petals inter- 
mixed. Fragrance very pleasant XX. Blooming time late. Medium size. 

Description of plant — -Habit of plant medium erect, medium height, medium com- 
pact. Growth medium strong. Stem medium long, medium strong, green. 



Classification of the Peony 139 

Blooming habit free. Buds borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage medium fur- 
nished, medium green, medium size ; veins red. 
Commercial value — For cut bloom good; landscape value good. Variety as a 
whole good. 

MADEMOISELLE MARIE CALOT. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Calot, 1872. 

Donated by Farr, Cottage Gardens Company, and Goos and Kocnemann. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom rose. Form of bloom globular, medium 
compact. Not differentiated. Entirely transformed. Color (total effect) 
milk white; guards clear; center usually slightly flecked with crimson. Very 
poor, loose blooms are produced until clump is well established for 4-5 years. 
Fragrance pleasant XX. Blooming time mid-season. Large size. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant erect, medium height, compact. Growth 
sirong. Stem medium long, strong, green. Blooming habit free. Buds borne 
in clusters, healthy. Foliage well furnished, dark green, coarse; veins reddish 
green. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom medium; landscape value medium. Variety as 
a whole medium. 

MARIE DEROUX. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Crousse, 1881. 

Donated by Cottage Gardens Company. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom rose. Form of bloom flat, medium com- 
pact. Not differentiated. Entirely transformed. Color (total effect) lilac 
white 2 (7) ; guards prominently flecked with crimson; collar lighter than 
guards ; center clear. Fragrance pleasant X. Blooming time late. Large 
size. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant medium erect, tall, open. Growth strong and 
healthy. Stem long, medium strong, reddish green. Blooming habit medium. 
Buds borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage medium furnished, medium green, 
medium size; veins reddish green. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom medium; landscape value medium. Variety as 
a whole medium. 

MARY A. LIVERMORE. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Hollis, 1907. 

Donated by Hollis. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom rose. Form of bloom flat, medium compact. 

Not differentiated. Entirely transformed. Color (total effect) milk white ; 

guards slightly flecked crimson, clear ; collar same as guards ; center clear ; 

secondary staminodes present. Fragrance pleasant X. Blooming time late. 

Large size. 
Description of plant — Habit of plant medium erect, medium tall to tall, compact. 

Growth strong and liealthy. Stem long, strong, reddish green. Blooming 

habit medium. Buds borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage medium furnished, 

dark green, coarse ; veins red. 
Commercial value — For cut bloom good; landscape value good. Variety as a 

whole good. 



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MONT BLANC. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Lemoine, 1899. 

Donated by Cottage Gardens Company. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom rose. Form of bloom globular, compact. 
Not differentiated. Entirely transformed. Color (total effect) milk white; 
guards slightly flecked with crimson; collar same as guards; center clear, 
slight rose white tint. Blooms larger than " Festiva Maxima." One of the 
very best varieties in the trade. Very distinct and much superior to the " Mont 
Blanc" (" Solfatare ") which is usually found under this name. Fragrance 
pleasant XXX. Blooming time early to mid-season. Very large size. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant erect, medium height, compact. Growth 
strong and healthy. Stem medium long, very strong, reddish green. Bloom- 
ing habit free. Buds borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage medium furnished, 
dark green to medium green, qoarse; veins green. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom extra good ; landscape value extra good. 
Variety as a whole extra good. 

PARADISE. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Hollis, 1907. 

Donated by Hollis. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom rose. Form of bloom fiat, medium compact. 
Not differentiated. Entirely transformed. Color (total effect) lilac white; 
guards hydrangea pink i (132); guards slightly streaked; center occasionally 
flecked, fades milk white ; secondary staminodes present. Fragrance pleas- 
ant X. Blooming time early to mid-season. Large size. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant medium erect, medium tall, compact. Growth 
strong and healthy. Stem medium long, strong, reddish green. Blooming 
habit free. Buds borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage well furnished, dark 
green, medium size; veins reddish green. 

Commercial raliie — For cut bloom good; landscape value good. Variety as a 
whole good. 

SNOWBALL. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Hollis, 1907. 

Donated by Hollis. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom rose. Form of bloom flat, medium com- 
pact. Not differentiated. Entirely transformed. Color (total effect) milk 
white; guards slightly splashed; collar same color as guards; center clear, 
milk white; secondary staminodes present. P'ragrance pleasant X. Blooming 
time mid-season. Small size. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant medium erect, dwarf, compact. Growth 
strong and healthy. Stem medium long to short, medium strong to weak, 
reddish green. Blooming habit medium. Buds borne in clusters, healthy. 
Foliage well furnished, dark green, fine ; veins reddish green. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom poor; landscape value poor. Variety as a 
whole worthless. 

VERIBEST. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Hollis, 1907. 

Donated by Hollis. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom rose. Form of bloom medium globular, 
medium compact. Not differentiated. Entirely transformed. Color (total 
effect) milk white; guards slightly splashed; collar same color as guards; 



Classification of the Peony 141 

center clear; secondary staminodes present. Very undesirable bud; worse 

than " Charlemagne." Fragrance pleasant XX. Blooming time very late. 

Medium size. 
Description of plant — Habit of plant erect, medium tall, compact. Growth strong, 

diseased. Stem medium long, strong, green. Blooming habit medium to shy. 

Buds borne in clusters, blighted. Foliage well furnished, dark green, medium 

size; veins green. 
Commercial value — For cut bloom poor; landscape value poor. Variety as a 

whole poor to worthless. 

GEORGE HOLLIS. 
Pink and White 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Hollis, 1907. 

Donated by Hollis. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom rose. Form of bloom globular, medium 

compact. Not differentiated. Entirely transformed. Color (total effect) pale 

rose pink; guards i (7) lilac white, flecked with crimson; collar same as 

guards; center i (129) pale rose pink, clear; secondary staminodes present. 

Very attractive, full double bloom. Fragrance pleasant X. Blooming time 

very late. Large size. 
Description of plant — Habit of plant erect, medium height, compact. Growth 

strong and healthy. Stem medium long, strong, green. Blooming habit free. 

Buds borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage medium furnished, medium green, 

medium size ; veins green. 
Commercial value — For cut bloom good; landscape value good. Variety as a 

whole good. 

HAPPY DAY. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Hollis, 1908. 

Donated by Hollis. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom rose. Form of bloom flat, medium com- 
pact. Not differentiated. Entirely transformed. Color (total effect) pink and 
white; guards 4 (154) violet rose, streaked; center lilac white, prominently 
flecked and streaked with crimson; secondary staminodes present. Bloom 
fades. Fragrance pleasant X. Blooming time mid-season. Very large size. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant erect, tall, compact. Growth strong and 
healthy. Stem long, strong, reddish green. Blooming habit free. Buds borne 
in clusters, healthy. Foliage medium furnished, dark green, coarse ; veins 
reddish green. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom good; landscape value good. Variety as a 
whole good. 

QUEEN EMMA. 

Species — P. albiflora. Origin unknown. 

Donated by Wild. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom rose. Form of bloom flat, compact. Not 
differentiated. Entirely transformed. Color (total effect) pale lilac rose and 
cream; guards pale lilac, flecked with green: collar cream white and lilac; 
center clear; secondary staminodes present. Entire bloom is intermixed with 
cream petals. Fragrance pleasant X. Blooming time mid-season. Size 
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Description of plant — Habit of plant erect, medium tall, compact. Growth strong 

and healthy. Stem medium long, medium strong, green. Blooming habit free. 

Buds borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage well furnished, medium green, fine; 

veins reddish green. 
Commercial value — For cut bloom medium; landscape value good. Variety as a 

whole medium to good. 

AUGUSTE VILLAUME. 

Pink 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Crousse, 1895. 

Donated by Farr. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom rose. Form of bloom globular, compact. 
Not differentiated. Entirely transformed. Color ^ (total effect) violet rose 
4 (154); uniform color throughout; guards clear, collar same as guards; 
center clear. Very full, extra large bloom with a few short narrow petals 
near the center. Not a first-class bud. Fragrance pleasant X. Blooming time 
late. Large size. 
Description of plant — 'Habit of plant erect, tall, medium compact. Growth 
strong. Stem long, strong, reddish green. Blooming habit free. Buds borne 
in clusters, healthy. Foliage well furnished, medium green, coarse to medium 
in size ; veins red. 
Commercial value — For cut bloom good; landscape value good. Variety as a 
whole good. 

BELLE DOUAISIENNE. 
Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Calot, 1861. 

Donated by Farr. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom rose. Form of bloom globular, compact. 
Color (total effect) hydrangea pink i (132); guards clear; center prominently 
flecked with crimson. Uniform color. Fades to lilac white. Fragrance 
pleasant XX. Blooming time mid-season. Large size. 
Description of plant — Habit of plant drooping, medium height, open. Growth 
strong, healthy. Stem long, strong, reddish green. Blooming habit free. 
Buds borne in clusters. Foliage medium to poorly furnished, medium green, 
coarse ; veins reddish green. 
Commercial value — For cut bloom good ; landscape value poor. Variety as a 
whole medium. 

BELLE OF FRANCE. 
Species — P. albiflora. Origin unknown. 

Donated by Charlton. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom rose. Form of bloom globular, compact. 
Not differentiated. Entirely transformed. Color (total effect) violet rose 
I (154); guards clear; collar same as guards; center flecked; secondary 
staminodes absent. Intermixed with linear petals. Fragrance pleasant XX. 
Blooming time mid-season. Size large. 
Description of plant — Habit of plant medium erect, medium to tall, compact. 
Growth strong and healthy. Stem medium to long, strong, green. Blooming 
habit free. Buds borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage well furnished, medium 
to light green, medium size ; veins green to reddish green. 
Commercial value — Extra good for cut bloom; landscape value good. Variety as 

a whole good. 
Remarks — Identity questionable. 



Classification of the Peony 143 

BELLE MAUVE. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Lemoine, 1903. 

Donated by Farr. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom rose. Form of bloom flat, medium com- 
pact. Slightly differentiated. Entirely transformed. Color (total effect) pale 
lilac rose 1-4 (130); guards clear; collar same as guards; center clear. Uni- 
form color. Fades to noticeable silver tip. Fragrance pleasant XXX. Bloom- 
ing time mid-season. Large size. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant medium erect to tall, medium compact. 
Growth strong, healthy. Stem long, strong, red. Blooming habit free. Buds 
borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage medium furnished, light green, medium 
size; veins red. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom medium; landscape value medium. Variety as 
a whole medium. 



BERANGER. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Dessert, 1895. 

Donated by Cottage Gardens Company. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom rose. Form of bloom very flat, medium 

compact. Color (total effect) violet rose 2 (154); guards clear; collar same 

as guards; center clear. Fragrance pleasant XX. Blooming time very late. 

Medium size. 
Description of plant — Habit of plant erect, tall, compact. Growth strong and 

healthy. Stem long, medium strength, reddish green. Blooming habit medium. 

Buds borne in clusters. Foliage medium furnished, dark green, coarse ; veins 

reddish green. 
Commercial value — For cut bloom good ; landscape value good. Variety as a 

whole good. 

CARNEA ELEGANS. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Guerin, 1850. 

Donated by Farr. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom rose. Form of bloom flat, medium com- 
pact. Not differentiated. Entirely transformed. Color (total effect) hy- 
drangea pink I (132) : guards clear; collar same as guards; center clear. Red 
stigmas. Fragrance pleasant XXX. Blooming time mid-season. Size small to 
medium. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant medium erect, medium tall, medium compact. 
Growth medium strong. Stem medium long, medium strong, green. Bloom- 
ing habit free. Buds borne in clusters. Foliage medium furnished, light 
green, medium size ; veins green. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom good; landscape value good. Variety as a 
whole good. 

Remarks — This variety should not be confused with "Carnea Elegans" (Calot), 
Bulletin 278, page 262. 

Correction to Bulletin 278 — The description in the above publication is the Calot 
sort and not Guerin's as printed. 



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CHARLOTTE CUSHMAN. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Hollis. 

Donated by Hollis. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom rose. Form of bloom globular, compact. 
Not differentiated. Entirely transformed. Color (total effect) solferino red 
I (157); guards flecked; center clear. Color uniform. Secondary staminodes 
present. Fragrance pleasant X. Blooming time late. Size large. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant medium erect, tall, medium compact. Growth 
strong and healthy. Stem long, strong, reddish green. Blooming habit me- 
dium. Buds borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage medium furnished to poor, 
light green, coarse ; veins green. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom medium; landscape value poor to medium. 
Variety as a whole medium. 

CHRISTINE RITCHER. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Hollis, 1907. 

Donated by Hollis. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom rose. Form of bloom globular, compact. 
Not differentiated. Entirely transformed. Color (total effect) 2 (154) violet 
rose; guards slightly flecked; center clear; color uniform throughout; secon- 
dary staminodes present. Fragrance unpleasant X. Blooming time late. Size 
medium to small. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant medium to erect, medium height, compact. 
Growth strong and healthy. Stem medium long, strong, reddish green. Bloom- 
ing habit free. Buds borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage well furnished, light 
green, coarse ; veins reddish green. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom medium; landscape value good. Variety as a 
whole medium to good. 

CLAIRE DUBOIS. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Crousse, 1886. 

Donated by Farr. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom_ rose. Form of bloom globular. Not dif- 
ferentiated. Entirely transformed. Color (total effect) 4 (154) violet rose; 
guards clear; collar same a.^ guards; center clear; secondary staminodes ab- 
sent. The petals are tipped silvery white. Fragrance unpleasant. Blooming 
time late. Size very large. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant erect, tall, compact. Growth strong. Stem 
long, strong, green. Blooming habit medium. Buds borne in clusters, healthy. 
Foliage medium furnished, medium green, medium size; veins green. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom extra good; landscape value extra good. Vari- 
ety as a whole extra good. 

CLARA HERSEY. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Hollis, 1907. 

Donated by Hollis. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom rose. Form of bloom flat, medium com- 
pact. Not differentiated. Entirely transformed. Color (total effect) 4 (154) 
violet rose ; guards clear ; collar same as guards ; center clear ; secondary stam- 
inodes present. Fragrance pleasant X. Blooming time mid-season. Me- 
dium size. 



Classification of the Peony 145 

Description of plant — Habit of plant drooping, medium tall, medium compact. 
Growth medium, healthy. Stem medium long, weak, reddish green. Bloom- 
ing habit medium. Buds borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage medium fur- 
nished, dark green, medium size; veins reddish green. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom poor ; landscape value poor. Variety as a 
whole poor. 

Remarks — Not very attractive. 

CONQUERER. 

Species — P. albifiora. Originated by Hollis, 1907. 

Donated by Hollis. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom rose. Form of bloom flat, compact. Not 
differentiated. Entirely transformed. Color (total effect) lilac rose i (152); 
guards streaked light ; collar same as guards ; center clear ; secondary sta- 
minodes present. Bloom fades somewhat in sun. Fragrance pleasant X. 
Blooming time mid-season. Large size. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant erect to medium erect, very tall, medium 
compact. Growth strong and healthy. Stem long, strong, reddish green. 
Blooming habit free. Buds borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage medium fur- 
nished, medium green, coarse ; veins green. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom medium; landscape value good. Variety as a 
whole medium to good. 

DUKE OF DEVONSHIRE. 

Species — P. albifiora. Originated by Kelway, 1896. 

Donated by Cottage Gardens Company. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom rose. Form of bloom flat, compact. Dif- 
ferentiated. Not entirely transformed. Color (total effect) solferino red 3 
(157); guards clear; collar same as guards; center clear; uniform color. 
Narrow petals found scattered through the bloom. Fragrance pleasant X. 
Blooming time late. Size very large. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant erect, tall, compact. Growth strong and 
healthy. Stem long, strong, reddish green. Blooming habit free. Buds 
borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage well furnished, medium green, medium 
size ; veins reddish green. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom medium; landscape value extra good. Variety 
as a whole good. 

EDMOND ABOUT. 

Species — P. albifiora. Originated by Crousse, 1885. 

Donated by L. Paillet. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom rose. Form of bloom globular, compact. 
Not differentiated. Entirely transformed. Color (total effect) hydrangea 
pink I (132); guards hydrangea pink; center a tint darker than the guards; 
some blooms very prominently flecked with crimson. Extra well made bloom. 
Fragrance pleasant XX. Blooming time mid-season to late. Size large. 

Description of plant — 'Habit of plant medium to erect, medium tall, compact. 
Growth strong and healthy. Stem medium long, very strong, green. Bloom- 
ing habit medium. Buds borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage well furnished, 
medium green, medium size ; veins green. 



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Commercial value — For cut bloom good; landscape value good. Variety as a 

whole good. 
Remarks — This variety seemed to thrive much better at Cornell than under the 

average nursery conditions elsewhere. In fact many growers have found this 

a very poor bloomer. 

ETTA. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Terry. 

Donated by Farr and Thurlow. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom rose. Form of bloom flat, medium com- 
pact to loose. Not differentiated. Entirely transformed. Color (total effect) 
hydrangea pink i (132); guards clear; collar same as guards; center clear; 
uniform color. Fragrance pleasant XX. Blooming time very late. Size 
medium. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant medium erect to drooping, medium height, 
medium compact. Growth medium, healthy. Stem medium long, medium to 
weak, green. Blooming habit medium to shy. Lateral buds undeveloped, 
blight. Foliage medium furnished, medium to light green, fine; veins green. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom good; landscape value medium. Variety as a 
whole medium to good. 

GOODSPEED. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Hollis, 1907. 

Donated by Flollis. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom rose. Form of bloom flat, medium com- 
pact. Not differentiated. Entirely transformed. Color (total effect) 4 (154) 
violet rose; guards clear; collar same as guards; center clear; uniform color 
throughout. Bloom silver tipped. Fragrance pleasant X. Blooming time mid- 
season. Medium size. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant erect, tall, compact. Growth strong and 
healthy. Stem long, weak, reddish green. Blooming habit medium. Lateral 
buds undeveloped, healthy. Foliage medium to poorly furnished, dark green, 
fine ; veins reddish green. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom poor; landscape value poor. Variety as a 
whole poor. 

HENRI MURGER. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Crousse, 1895. 

Donated by Farr. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom rose. Form of bloom globular, compact. 

Not differentiated. Entirely transformed. Color (total effect) I (181) pure 

mauve ; guards clear ; collar same as guards ; center clear ; secondary stam- 

inodes absent. Fragrance pleasant XX. Blooming time late. Size very 

large. 
Description of plant — Habit of plant erect, medium height, compact. Growth 

strong and health}'. Stem medium long, strong, green. Blooming habit free. 

Buds single, healthy. Foliage medium furnished, medium green, medium size ; 

veins green. 
Commercial value,— For cut bloom good; landscape value good. Variety as a 

whole good. 



Classification of the Peony 147 

IRMA. 

Sf'ccies — P. albiflora. Originated by Calot, 1859. 

Donated by Farr. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom rose. Form of bloom globular, compact. 

Not differentiated. Entirely transformed. Color (total effect) violet rose 3 

(154); guards clear; collar same as guards; center clear; secondary sta- 

minodes absent. A few cream yellow, small petals at the center. Fragrance 

. lacking. Blooming time late. Very large size. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant erect, medium height, compact. Growth 
strong. Stem medium long, very strong, green. Blooming habit free. Buds 
borne in clusters. Foliage well furnished, light green, coarse ; veins green. 

Coniiiiercial value — For cut bloom good; landscape value good. Variety as a 
whole good. 

JESSIE K. CROSBY. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Mollis, 1907. 

Donated by Mollis. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom rose. Form of bloom tall, compact. Dif- 
ferentiated. Entirely transformed. Color (total effect) hydrangea pink, fades 
to lilac white; collar same as guards; center same; secondary staminodes 
present. Bloom is intermixed with narrow petals. Center forms hollow, cup- 
shaped. Fragrance pleasant X. Blooming time mid-season. Medium size. 

Description of plant — Mabit of plant, erect, tall, compact. Growth strong and 
healthy. Stem very long, strong, reddish green. Blooming habit free. Buds 
borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage medium furnished, light green, coarse ; 
veins reddish green. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom poor; landscape value medium. Variety as a 
whole medium to poor. 

KELWAY'S QUEEN. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Kelway. 

Donated by Farr. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom rose. Form of bloom globular, compact. 
Not differentiated. Entirely transformed. Color (total effect) mauve rose ? 
(T53) ; guards clear; collar same as guards; center flecked with crimson; sec- 
ondary staminodes present. Fragrance pleasant X. Blooming time mid-sea- 
son to late. Large size. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant erect, tall, compact. Growth strong. Stem 
long, strong, reddish green. Blooming habit free Lateral buds undeveloped, 
healthy. Foliage well furnished, medium green, medium size : veins red. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom good; landscape value extra good. Variety 
as a whole extra good. This is distinct from "The Queen" (Kelway). 

LOST TREASURE. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Pleas (?) 

Donated by Pleas. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom rose. Form of bloom flat, compact. Not 
differentiated. Entirely transformed. Color (total effect) violet rose 2 
(154) ; guard.': flecked with green; collar same color as guards; center occa- 
sionally flecked crimson ; uniform color throu'2:hout. Very attractive, well 
formed, delicate bloom. Center fades to lilac white. Fragrance pleasant X. 
Blooming time rnid-season. Size large to very large. 



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Description of plant — Habit of plant medium erect, medium height, compact. 
Growth strong and healthy. Stem medium long, strong, reddish green. 
Blooming habit free. Buds borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage well furnished, 
medium to light green, medium size ; veins reddish green. 

Conmiercial value — For cut bloom good; landscape value good. Variety as a 
whole good. 

LOVELINESS. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by HoHis, 1907. 

Donated by Mollis. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom rose. Form of bloom flat, medium com- 
pact. Not differentiated. Color (total effect) i (132) hydrangea pink fading 
to lilac white; guards clear; uniform color throughout; secondary staminodes 
present*. Fragrance pleasant X. Blooming time mid-season. Size medium. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant erect, medium tall, medium compact. 
Growth strong and healthy. Stem medium long, strong, reddish green. Bloom- 
ing habit medium. Buds borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage medium fur- 
nished, dark green, coarse ; veins red. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom medium ; landscape value good. Variety as 
a whole good. 

LUCIE MALARD. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Crousse, 1879. 

Donated by Dessert. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom rose. Form of bloom globular, compact. 
Not differentiated. Entirely transformed. Color (total effect) 3 (154) violet 
rose; guards flecked with green; collar same as guards; center clear; second- 
ary staminodes present. Fragrance pleasant XX. Blooming time mid-season. 
Large size. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant medium erect, tall, medium compact. 
Growth strong and healthy. Stem long, strong, green. Blooming habit free. 
Buds borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage medium furnished, light green, 
coarse ; veins green. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom good; landscape value good. Variety as a 
whole good. 

MADAME MUYSSART. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Calot, 1869. 

Donated by Cottage Gardens Company. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom rose. Form of bloom flat, very compact. 

Not differentiated. Entirely transformed. Color (total effect) i (157) sol- 

ferino red; guards streaked light; center clear; uniform color throughout; 

secondary staminodes present. Bloom is silver tipped. Fragrance pleasant X. 

Blooming time late. Very large size. 
Description of plant — Habit of plant erect, medium tall to tall, compact. Growth 

strong and healthy. Stem long, strong, green. Blooming habit free. Buds 

borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage well furnished, dark green, medium size ; 

veins green. 
Commercial value — For cut bloom good; landscape value good. Variety as a 

whole good. 



Classification of the Peonv 149 

MARCHIONESS OF LANSDOWNE. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Kelway. 

Donated by Farr. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom rose. Form of bloom flat, compact. Not 
differentiated. Entirely transformed. Color (total effect) i (132) hydrangea 
pink; guards clear; collar same as guards; center flecked slightly with crim- 
son ; secondary staminodes present. Full, double, imbricated flower, shaded 
somewhat darker in the center. Fragrance pleasant X. Blooming time mid- 
season. Large size. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant medium erect, medium height, medium com- 
pact. Growth strong and healthy. Stem medium long, medium strong, red. 
Bloommg habit free. Buds borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage medium fur- 
nished, medmm green, medmm size; veins reddish green. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom good; landscape value good. Variety as a 
whole good. 

MARMONTEL. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Crousse, 1898. 

Donated by Minot. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom rose. Form of bloom globular, compact. 
Not differentiated. Entirely transformed. Color (total eff'ect) i (154) violet 
rose; guards clear; center clear. Bloom is silvery tipped. Fragrance 
pleasant X. Blooming time late. Medium to large size. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant erect, medium height, compact. Growth 
strong. Cornell specimens diseased. Stem medium long to long, medium 
strong, reddish green. Blooming habit medium. Buds borne in clusters, slight 
blight. Foliage medium furnished, dark green, fine; veins reddish green. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom medium; landscape value medium. Variety 
as a whole medium. 

MAUD L. RICHARDSON. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Hollis. 

Donated by Hollis. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom rose. Form of bloom flat, medium com- 
pact. Not differentiated. Entirely transformed. Color (total effect) pale 
lilac rose 2 (178) ; guards clear; center clear, fades lighter than guards; sec- 
ondary staminodes present. Remnants of anthers concealed on petals around 
collar Fades to hydrangea pink. Fragrance pleasant XX. Blooming time 
late. Medium to large size. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant drooping, tall, medium compact. Growth 
strong, healthy. Stem long, strong, reddish green. Blooming habit medium. 
Buds borne in clusters, healthy. Fohage medium furnished, medium to light 
green, medium size; veins reddish green. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom good; landscape value medium to poor. 
Variety as a whole medium. 

MILTON HILL. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Richardson. 

Donated hy Shaylor. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom rose. Form of bloom globular, compact. 



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Not differentiated. Entirely transformed. Color (total effect) i (130) pale 
lilac rose; guards clear; collar same as guards; center clear. Very distmct, 
pure color. Fragrance lacking. Blooming time late. Very large size. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant drooping, medium height, medium compact. 
Growth strong. Stem medium long, medium strength, green. Blooming habit 
medium. Buds borne in clusters. Foliage medium furnished, light green, 
medium size ; veins green. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom good ; landscape value medium. Variety as 
a whole good. 

Synonym — • " Augustus Gould." 

MONSIEUR BARRAL. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Calot, 1866. 

Donated by Jackson & Perkins, and Farr. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom rose. Form of bloom flat, compact. Not 

differentiated. Entirely transformed. Color (total effect) pale lilac rose i 

(130); guards clear; collar same as guards; center clear. Same color as 

" Livingstone " ; fades silver tipped. Fragrance pleasant XXX. Blooming 

time late. Very large size. 
Description of plant — Habit of plant somewhat drooping, tall, open. Growth 

strong and healthy. Stem long, strong, reddish green. Blooming habit free. 

Buds borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage poorly furnished, light green, medium 

size ; veins reddish green. 
Commercial value — For cut bloom good; landscape value good. Variety as a 

whole good. 

MONSIEUR HIPPOLYTE DELILLE. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Calot, 1872. 

Donated by Croux et Fils. 

Description of bloom — Tj'pe of bloom rose. Form of bloom flat, medium com- 
pact. Not differentiated. Entirely transformed. Color (total effect) pale 
lilac rose i (178), fading in center nearly white; guards clear; collar same 
as guards; center clear; uniform color; only a few secondary staminodes 
present. A very attractive bloom. Fragrance pleasant XX. Blooming time 
late. Large size. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant medium erect, medium dwarf, compact. 
Growth strong and healthy. Stem medium long, medium strong, green. 
Blooming habit medium. Lateral buds undeveloped, slight blight. Foliage 
well furnished, dark green, medium size : veins reddish green. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom medium; landscape value medium. Variety 
as a whole medium. 

ROSA BONHEUR. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Dessert. 

Donated by McKissock. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom rose with wide, imbricated petals. Form 
of bloom flat. Color (total effect") violet rose i (154) : guards prominently 
flecked with crimson : collar same color as guards ; center clear ; secondary 
staminodes absent. Fragrance pleasant. Blooming time mid-season. Very 
large size. 



Classification of tiil Peony 151 

Description of plant — Habit of plant erect, medium tall, compact. Growth strong 
and healthy. Stem medium length, strong, reddish green. Blooming habit 
free Buds borne in clusters. Foliage well furnished, medium green, medium 
size ; veins red. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom good ; landscape value extra good. Variety 
as a whole good to extra good. 



SPEEDWELL. 

Specici, — P. albiflora. Originated by Hollis, 1907. 

Donated by Holhs. • 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom rose. Form of bloom flat, compact. Not 

differentiated. Entirely transformed. Color (total effect) i (157) solferino 

red; guards clear; uniform color throughout; secondary staminodes present. 

Cream white, narrow petals concealed throughout the bloom. Fragrance 

pleasant X. Blooming time mid-season. Medium size. 
Description of plant — Habit of plant medium erect, medium t?ll to tall, compact. 

Growth medium strong, healthy. Stem medium long, medium strong, reddish 

green. Blooming habit medium. Buds borne in clusters, blight. Foliage 

medium furnished, dark green, fine ; veins reddish green. 
Commercial value — For cut bloom poor; landscape value poor. Variety as a 

whole poor. 
Remarks — Very similar to " Docteur Bretonneau " (Verdier), but rather infe- 



rior to it. 



SULLY PRUDHOMME. 



Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Crousse, 1898. 

Donated by Farr, and De Graaf Brothers. 

Description of bloom — 'Type of bloom rose. Form of bloom flat, medium com- 
pact to loose. Not diff'erentiated. Entirely transformed. Color (total ef- 
fect) I (132) hydrangea pink; guards clear; collar same as guards; center 
clear Bloom fades from hydrangea pink to milk white. Fragrance pleasant 
X. Blooming time mid-season. Large size. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant medium erect, medium tall, medium com- 
pact. Growth medium strong, healthy. Stem medium long, medium strong, 
reddish green. Blooming habit medium. Buds single, healthy. Foliage me- 
dium furnished, light green, medium size; veins reddish green. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom medium; landscape value medium. Variety 
as a whole medium. 

SUPREME. 

Species — 'P. albiflora, Originated by Hollis, 1907. 

Donated by Hollis, 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom rose. Form of bloom globular, medium 
compact. Not differentiated. Entirely transformed. Color (total effect) 3 
(154) violet rose; guards slightly flecked; collar same as guards; center clear; 
uniform color throughout ; secondary staminodes present. Fragrance un- 
pleasant X. Blooming time very late. Large size. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant medium erect, medium tall, compact. Growth 
strong and healthy Stem medium long, very strong, green. Blooming habit 



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medium. Buds borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage medium furnished, me- 
dium green, medium size ; veins green. 
Commercial value — For cut bloom medium ; landscape value medium. Variety as 
a whole medium. 

SWEET HOME. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Hollis. 

Donated by Hollis. 

Descripion of bloom — Type of bloom rose. Form of bloom flat, loose. Not dif- 
ferentiated. Entirely transformed. Color (total effect) i (154) violet rose; 
guards clear ; collar same as guards ; center clear ; uniform color throughout ; 
secondary staminodes present. Bloom fades quickly. Fragrance pleasant X. 
Blooming time late. Size medium to large. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant medium erect to drooping, tall, medium 
compact. Growth strong and healthy. Stem long, medium strong, reddish 
green. Blooming habit medium. Buds borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage 
medium furnished, light green, medium size ; veins green. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom medium; landscape value medium. Variety 
as a whole medium. 

THERESE. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Dessert, 1904. 

Donated by Cottage Gardens Company. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom rose. Form of bloom flat, medium com- 
pact. Not diff^erentiated. Entirely transformed. Color (total efifect) violet 
rose 2 (154); guards slightly splashed with crimson; collar same as guards; 
center clear, fading lilac white. Fragrance pleasant XX. Blooming time 
mid-season. Very large size. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant erect, medium tall, compact. Growth strong 
and healthy. Stem medium long, strong, reddish green. Blooming habit me- 
dium. Buds borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage well furnished, dark green, 
medium size ; veins red. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom good; landscape value good. Variety as ' a 
whole extra good. 

Remarks — One of the most beautiful varieties in color and form. — A. P. S. and 
B. H. F. 

ANDRE LAURIES. 
Red 

Species — V. albiflora. Originated by Crousse, 1881. 

Donated by Farr. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom rose. Form of bloom globular, very com- 
pact. Not differentiated. Transformed. Color (total effect) dark tyrian 
rose 3 (15s); guards occasionally splashed with green; collar same as 
guards; center splashed with white; secondary staminodes absent. Very 
dense compact bloom, shading deeper in center, with red reflex. Fragrance 
absent. Blooming time very late. Very large size. 

Description of plant — Erect, medium tall, compact. Growth strong, 

healthy. Stem medium to long, very strong, reddish green. Blooming habit 
very free. Buds borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage well furnished, dark 
green, medium size; veins green. 



Classification of the Peony 153 

Counncrcial value — For cut bloom extra good; landscape value good. Variety 

as a whole extra good. 
Remarks — 'EnUvaXy distinct from the variety commonly sold under this name, 

which should be known as " Fragrans," see page 63. 

EDWIN BOOTH. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Hollis, 1905. 

Donated by Hollis. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom rose. Form of bloom globular, medium 
compact. Not entirely differentiated. Entirely transformed. Color 4 (155) 
tyrian rose; guards clear; center clear, uniform color; secondary staminodes 
present. Fragrance pleasant X. Blooming time late. Small size. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant medium erect; medium tall, compact. Growth 
strong, diseased. Stem medium long, medium strong,' red. Blooming habit 
medium to shy. Buds borne in clusters, blight. Foliage medium furnished, 
dark green, fine; veins reddish green. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom poor; landscape value poor. Variety as a 
whole poor. 

GOLIATH. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Hollis, 1907-1909. 

Donated by Farr. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom rose. Form of bloom globular, compact. 
Not differentiated. Entirely transformed. Color (total effect) i (155) 
tyrian rose; guards clear; collar same as guards; center clear. Bloom has 
slight silver tip. Fragrance pleasant XX. Blooming time mid-season. Size 
very large. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant erect, tall, compact. Growth strong and 
healthy. Stem long, strong, reddish green. Blooming habit free. Buds 
borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage well furnis-hed, medium green, medium 
size ; veins reddish green. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom good: landscape value good. Variety as a 
whole good. 

LIBERTY. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Hollis, 1905. 

Donated by Hollis. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom rose. Form of bloom globular, compact. 
Not differentiated. Entirely transformed. Color (total effect) 4 (182) 
magenta; guards flecked with green; center clear; uniform color; secondary 
staminodes present. Bloom fades silvery. Fragrance pleasant X. Blooming 
time mid-season. Medium size to small. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant medium erect to drooping, medium height, 
medium compact. Growth strong and healthy. Stem long, medium strong to 
weak, reddish green. Blooming habit m.edium. Buds borne in clusters, slight 
blight. Foliage medium furnished, medium green, medium size ; veins red- 
dish green. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom medium; landscape value medium. Variety 
as a whole medium. 

LINNE. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Verdier, i860. 

Donated by Perennial Gardens. 

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Descrlhiion of bloom — Type of bloom rose. Form of bloom globular, compact. 
Slightly differentiated. Entirely transformed. Color (total effect) tyrian 
rose I (155); guards slightly flecked; collar same color as guards; center 
flecked with crimson ; secondary staminodes present. Compact, imbricated 
bloom. Similar to " Madame Lebon." Linear cream petals concealed 
throughout the bloom. Fragrance pleasant X. Blooming time mid-season. 
Medium size. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant erect, medium tall, compact. Growth strong 
and healthy. Stem medium long, strong, reddish green. Blooming habit free. 
Buds borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage medium furnished, dark green, me- 
dium size ; veins reddish green. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom good: landscape value good. Variety as a 
whole good. 

RED CROSS. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Hollis, 1904. 

Donated by Hollis. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom rose. Form of bloom flat, compact. 
Slightly differentiated. Entirely transformed. Color (total effect) 4 (155) 
tyrian rose; guards clear; center clear; uniform color throughout; secondary 
staminodes present. Fragrance pleasant X. Blooming time late. Medium 
to small size. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant erect, tall, compact. Growth strong and 
healthy. Stem long, medium strong to weak, reddish green. Blooming habit 
medium to free. Buds borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage poorly furnished, 
dark green, fine ; veins green. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom poor; landscape value medium. Variety as a 
whole medium. 

TWENTIETH CENTURY. 

Species — P. albiflora. Originated by Hollis. 

Donated by Hollis. 

Description of bloom — Type of bloom rose. Form of bloom flat, compact. Not 
differentiated. Entirely transformed. Color (total effect) 2 (155) tyrian 
rose; guards streaked light; collar same as guards; center clear; uniform 
color throughout; secondary staminodes present. Fragrance unpleasant XX. 
Blooming time mid-season to late. Large size. 

Description of plant — Habit of plant medium erect, very tall, medium compact. 
Growth strong and healthy. Stem very long, medium strong, reddish green. 
Blooming habit medium. Buds borne in clusters, healthy. Foliage poorly 
furnished, dark green, medium size ; veins red. 

Commercial value — For cut bloom medium; landscape value poor. Variety as a 
whole medium. 



INDEX TO VARIETY DESCRIPTIONS 



BULL. 

Abel de Pujol 278 

Acanum 278 

Achllle 278 

Active 306 

Adam Bede 278 

Adelaide E. HoUis 306 

Adele 306 

Admiral Dewey 306 

Admiral Togo 306 

Adolphe Rousseau 306 

Agnes Mary Kelway 278 

Aksarben 306 

Alba Formosa 278 

Alba Maxima 306 

Alba Plena 278 

Alba Sulfurea 306 

Albatre 278 

Albert Crousse 306 

Alexandre Dumas 278 

Alexandriana 259 

Alfred de Musset 278 

Alice Crousse 278 

Alice de Julv6court 306 

Alsace Lorraine 306 

Amalathea 278 

Amazone 278 

Ambroise VerschafFelt 278 

American Beauty 306 

Andre Lauries 278 

306 

Anemoneflora Alba 278 

Anemoneflora Rubra 278 

Anna 306 

Antietam 306 

Antoine Poiteau 306 

Armand Rousseau 259 

2'78 

Armandine Mechin 259 

278 

Arsene Meuret 306 

Arthemise 278 

Asa Gray 259 

Aspasie 259 

Atrosanguinea 278 

Attraction 306 

Auguste Gauthier 306 

Auguste Lemonier 306 

Auguste Villaume 306 

Augustin d'Hour 278 

Aurora (Pleas) 278 

Aurora (Hollis) 306 

Aurore. . . ! 306 

Austin Chamberlain 306 

Autumnus 306 

Avalanche 259 

278 

Baron James de Rothschild 278 

Baroness Schroeder 306 

Battlefield 306 

Beaute Frangaise 278 

Beaute de Villecante 278 

Beauty'c Mask 306 

Belisaire 306 

Belle Chatelaine 278 

Belle Douaisienne 306 

Belle of France 306 

Belle Mauve 306 



PAGE 

268 
2SS 
279 

62 
238 

87 

62 
107 
126 

84 
253 
126 
248 

62 
261 
102 
279 
102 
252 
139 
28r 
264 
103 
114 
261 
280 
295 

62 
271 
152 
240 
241 

62 



135 
243 
134 
236 
119 
255 
135 
131 
244 

75 
127 

79 
142 
270 
237 

78 
114 

71 

71 
137 
230 
259 
132 
119 
251 
25 r 

96 
119 
263 
142 
142 
143 



BULL. PAGE 

Belle of York 278 242 

Beranger 306 143 

Berlioz 259 141 

278 230 

Bernard de Palissy 278 290 

Bicolor 278 251 

Bismark 306 127 

Blanche Cire 306 , 88 

Blanche Dessert 306 120 

Boule de Neige 306 114 

Brennus 306 63 

Bridesmaid 278 242 

Bunch of Perfume 278 291 

Buyckii 306 106 

Cameron 278 293 

Camille Calot f 259 141 

Canari 259 131 

278 231 

Canariensis 306 103 

Candidissima 259 138 

Canista 278 266 

Carlotta Grisi 278 253 

Carmen 306 120 

Carnea Elegans (Calot) 278 262 

Carnea Elegans (Guerin) 306 143 

Carnea Humei 278 287 

Carnea Striata : 306 133 

Carnea Triumphans 278 252 

Cavalleria Rusticana 306 127 

Ceres 306 107 

Cerisette 306 120 

Charlemagne 278 280 

Charles Binder 278 269 

Charles de Belleyme 306 84 

Charles Gosselin 278 241 

(iharles Toch6 306 121 

Charles Verdier 259 141 

Charlotte Cushman 306 144 

Cherita 278 274 

Chinensis Rubra 306 63 

Christine Ritcher 306 144 

Christopher Archard 306 96 

Chrysanthemiflora 259 130 

278 232 

Cinderella 306 74 

Claire Dubois 306 144 

Clara Barton 306 115 

Clara Hersey 306 144 

Clarissa 278 266 

Claude Gelee 306 133 

Clementine Gillot 306 100 

Clio 259 128 

278 238 

Comte de Caves 306 63 

Comte de Cussy 278 255 

Comte de Diesbach 278 269 

Comte de Jussieu 306 96 

Comte de Nanteuil 306 107 

Comte d'Osmont 259 138 

Comte de Paris 278 252 

Comtesse O'Gorman 278 264 

Conquerer 306 145 

Constant Devred ' 259 141 

Continental 306 85 

Coquelin 306 127 

Countess of Warwick 306 69 

Coupe d'Hebe 306 97 



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BULL. PAGE 

Couronne d'Or 259 133 

Crimson Queen 278 294 

Crown of Thorns 306 75 

Curiosity 306 79 

Cyclops 278 277 

Cyntherii 278 247 

Cy ther6e 306 97 

Daniel d'Albert 306 112 

Daubenton 278 266 

Daybreak 306 81 

Decaisne 278 269 

De Candolle 2S9 141 

De Jussieu 278 238 

Delachei 259 135 

278 233 

Delecourt Verhille 306 103 

Delia 278 256 

Delicatissima 278 284 

Denis Helye 278 277 

Departing Sun 306 108 

Descartes 306 85 

Diamond 306 63 

Dorchester 278 284 

Dorothy 306 69 

Dorothy E. Kibby 306 133 

Dr. Bretonneau (Guerin) 278 280 

Dr. Bretonneau (Verdier) 278 263 

Dr. CaiUot 278 274 

Dr. Edgar Pleas 278 238 

Due de Cazes 278 256 

Due de Wellington 259 131 

Duchesse de Nemours ; . . 278 249 

Duchesse d'Orleans 278 267 

Duguesclin 306 121 

Duke of Clarence 306 63 

Duke of Devonshire 306 14s 

Early Rose 278 256 

Eastern Beauty 306 94 

Edmond About 306 14s 

Edmond Lebon 278 288 

Edouard Andre 278 243 

Edulis 306 63 

Edulis Alba 306 104 

Edulis Fragrans 306 63 

Edulis Odorata 278 256 

Edulis Superba 278 257 

Edwin Booth 306 153 

Edwin Forrest 306 112 

E.G.Hill 306 128 

Elegans Superbissima 306 104 

Elie Chevalier 306 lOI 

Ella Christine Kelway 278 288 

Emile Lemoine 278 267 

Emily 306 70 

Emma 278 257 

Emmchen 306 133 

Empereur Nicolas 278 278 

Emperor William 306 63 

Enchantment 306 121 

Enchantresse 306 134 

Enfant de Nancy 259 139 

278 290 

Etendard du Grand Homme 278 294 

Etienne Denis 278 256 

Etienne Mechin 278 260 

Etta 306 146 

Eugene Bigot 278 276 

Eugene Reignoux 306 85 

Eugene Verdier 278 293 

Eugenie Verdier 306 122 

Euphemia 259 135 

Eureka 306 79 

Evening Glow 306 81 

Exquisite 278 237 

Fairy Queen 306 63 

Faust 278 247 

Favorite 306 108 

F61ix Crousse 259 142 

278 232 

Festiva 259 138 

Festiva Maxima 259 138 

Flag of Truce 306 69 

Flag of War 306 71 



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Flambeau 278 275 

Flashlight 306 76 

Floral Treasure 278 284 

Formosa 278 262 

Formosa Alba 259 138 

278 248 

Formosa Rosea * 278 2S7 

Fragrans 306 63 

Fragrantissima 306 64 

Frangois 1st 259 132 

278 260 

Frangois Ortegat 259 135 

Frank Bramley . 306 72 

Frina 306 64 

Fulgida 278 245 

Galene 306 64 

General Bedeau 306 108 

General Bertrand 259 142 

278 231 

General Cavaignac 306 122 

General Custer 306 8r 

General Dodds 306 128 

General Hooker 306 128 

General Lawton 259 136 

George HoUis 306 141 

George Washington 306 129 

Georgiana Shaylor 306 1 22 

Germaine Bigot 306 97 

Gettysburg 306 loi 

Gigantea 306 ' 64 

Globosa 278 286 

Gloire de Charles Gombault 278 252 

Gloire de Chenonceaux 278 286 

Gloire de Deumai 278 258 

Glory 306 76 

Glory of Somerset 306 108 

Gold Nugget 306 79 

Golden Harvest 278 264 

Golden Wedding 306 77 

Goliath 306 153 

Goodspeed 306 146 

Grandiflora (Richardson) 306 134 

Grandiflora Alba Laciniata 278 248 

Grandiflora Carnea Plena 278 248 

Grandiflora Nivea Plena 278 248 

Grandiflora Rosea 259 139 

Grandiflora Rubra 278 294 

Graziella 306 88 

Gretchen 278 253 

Grizzel Muir 306 104 

Grover Cleveland 278 293 

Gypsy 306 76 

Habid 306 64 

Happy Day 306 141 

Harriet Beecher Stowe 306 82 

Hector 278 258 

Henri Laurent 259 142 

Henri Murger 306 146 

Henry Demay 278 269 

Henry Woodward 259 142 

Hercules 306 109 

Hericartiana 278 264 

Hity Tity 306 74 

Humei 278 287 

Humei Alba 306 134 

Innocence 306 74 

Insignis 278 270 

Intermedia 259 129 

278 239 

Irma 306 147 

Isabella Karlitzky (synonym) 306 64 

Isabelle Karlitsky 259 142 

James Blanc 306 123 

James Kelway 306 115 

Jeanne d'Arc 259 131 

278 230 

Jenny Lind 278 267 

Jessie K. Crosby 306 147 

John Hancook 306 86 

Josephine 278 238 

Jules Calot 2^9 143 

278 283 

Juliette Dessert 278 294 



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Jupiter (Kelway) 306 72 

Jupiter (Calot) 259 136 

Jussier 278 24s 

Karl Rosenfield 306 129 

Kelway 's Queen 306 147 

King Philip 278 271 

Labolas 278 240 

L'Avenir 306 80 

La Brune 278 276 

La Coquette 259 143 

278 232 

L'Eclatante 278 270 

L'Esperance 278 247 

La Fee 306 98 

La Fiancee (Dessert) 259 128 

278 234 

La Fiancee (Lemoine) 278 247 

La Fontaine 306 109 

La France 306 137 

La Perle 278 281 

La Rosiere 259 133 

La Sublime 306 86 

La Tendresse 306 137 

La Tulipe 259 133 

La Vestale 306 91 

Lady Beresford 278 273 

Lady Brooke 278 240 

Lady Darmouth 306 134 

Lady Leonora 306 64 

Lady Leonora Bramwell 278 265 

Lafayette 278 294 

Lamartine 278 288 

Le Cygne 306 115 

Lee's Grandiflora 306 64 

Lemoine 278 289 

Leucadia 306 70 

Liberty 306 153 

Lilacina Superba 278 258 

Linne 306 153 

Livingston 278 289 

Lord Roberts 306 64 

Lost Treasure 306 147 

Lottie Collins 278 276 

Louis Van Houtte 259 136 

Louise d'Estrees 278 266 

Louise Renault 278 291 

Loveliness 306 148 

Lucie Malard 306 148 

Lucrece 278 253 

Lucy E. Hollis 306 137 

Lurana 278 27s 

Lutea Plenissima 278 249 

Lutetiana 306 94 

Madame Adrien Sendclauze 306 129 

Madame Auguste Dessert 306 130 

Madame Barillet Deschamps 259 136 

306 123 

Madame Becquet 278 244 

Madame Benard 278 282 

Madame Bigot 306 loi 

Madame Bollet 278 282 

Madame Breon 278 261 

Madame Calot 259 139 

278 231 

Madame Camille Bancel 278 282 

Madame Carpentier 306 82 

Madame Chammie 278 266 

Madame ("haumy 278 283 

Madame Coste 306 109 

Madame Courant 306 80 

Madame Crousse* 278 247 

Madame de Bollemont 278 243 

Madame de Galhau 278 28s 

Madame de Covin 278 28s 

Madame de Guerle 278 241 

Madame d'Hour 278 287 

Madame de Montijo 278 249 

Madame de Trey^ran 306 1 16 

Madame de Vatry 278 251 

Madame de Verne ville 278 263 

Madame Ducel 259 132 



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Madame Emile Gall6 259 139 

Madame Emile Lemoine 278 273 

Madame Porel 278 285 

Madame Fould 306 138 

Madame Furtado 278 267 

Madame Geissler 259 143 

278 234 

Madame Guyot 306 91 

Madame Herve 278 286 

Madame Hutin 278 27s 

Madame Joanna Sallier 306 82 

Madame Jules Calot 278 272 

Madame Jules Elie 306 98 

Madame Lebon 278 288 

Madame Lemoine 306 94 

Madame Lemoinier 278 281 

Madame Mechin 278 278 

Madame Modeste 306 6s 

Madame Moreau 259 143 

Madame Moutot 306 130 

Madame Muyssart 306 148 

Madame Raguet 278 291 

Madame Savreau 306 91 

Madame Schmidt 278 259 

Madame Vilmorin 306 138 

Mademoiselle Desbuissons 306 116 

Mademoiselle Leonie Calot 278 280 

Mademoiselle Marie Calot 306 139 

Mademoiselle Renee Dessert 259 143 

Mademoiselle Rose Rendatler 306 95 

Mademoiselle Rousseau 259 134 

278 273 

Mademoiselle Vaillant 306 104 

Maiden's Blush 278 254 

Mamie Cutler 278 256 

Marcelle Dessert 306 91 

Marchioness of Lansdowne 306 149 

Mar^chal MacMahon 278 271 

Marechal Vaillant 278 293 

Marguerite G6rard 259 134 

.. . 278 23S 

Mane 306 116 

Marie Crousse 306 1 10 

Marie Deroux 306 139 

Marie d'Hour 278 287 

Marie Houillon 278 287 

Marie Jacquin 259 134 

ivT ■ T • 278 23s 

Mane Lemome 278 281 

Marie Louise 278 289 

Marie Stuart (Calot) 278 255 

Marie Stuart (synonym) 306 65 

Marmontel 306 149 

Marquis d'Lory 306 65 

Marquis Ito 306 65 

Mary A. Livermore 306 139 

Mary L. Hollis 306 123 

Masterpiece 259 136 

Mathilde De Roseneck 259 144 

Mathilde Mechin 259 140 

278 267 

Maud L. Richardson 306 149 

May Davidson 306 70 

Meadowvale 306 no 

Meissonier 278 271 

Melanie Henry 278 286 

Merveilleuse 306 65 

Microcarpa 259 129 

Mikado 259 130 

Miles Standish 306 86 

Millais 306 72 

Milton Hill 306 149 

Miss Brice 306 65 

Miss Salway 306 92 

Modele de Perfection 278 289 

Modesty 306 73 

Modeste Gu6rin 259 144 

TIT • A J 278 23s 

Monsieur Andre 278 251 

Monsieur Barral 306 150 



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Monsieur Bastien Le Page 278 258 

Monsieur Boucharlat 3.ine 278 273 

Monsieur Charles Leveque 306 6s 

Monsieur Chevreul 259 140 

278 284" 

Monsieur de Villeneuve 278 261 

Monsieur Doffrey 306 65 

Monsieur Dupont 259 134 

278 233 

Monsieur Hippolyte Delille 306 150 

Monsieur Jules Elie 306 no 

Monsieur Krelage 278 277 

Monsieur Marsaux 259 129 

278 239 

Monsieur Martin Cahuzac 278 276 

Monsieur Paillet 278 258 

Monsieur Paul du Ribert 278 272 

Monsieur Rousselon 278 255 

Mont Blanc 306 140 

Morning Star 306 78 

Mountebank 278 240 

Mr. Manning 278 278 

Mrs. Gwyn-Lewis 259 130 

Mrs. John Smythe Fogg 306 95 

Mrs. Lowe 278 262 

Mrs. Sagute 306 65 

Myrtle 306 98 

Ne Plus Ultra 306 82 

Nell Gwynn 306 65 

Neptune 306 92 

Nico 306 86 

Nigricans 306 130 

Nivalis - 278 254 

Nivea Plenissima 259 140 

Nobilissima 306 123 

Noemie Demay 259 144 

278 233 

Nominata 278 290 

Octave Demay 259 137 

Pallas 278 243 

Pallasi 259 129 

Papaveriflora 278 249 

Papilionacea 306 66 

Paradise 306 140 

Paradoxa 259 130 

Paul Verdier 278 260 

Pearl 306 66 

Peregrina , 259 129 

Perfection (Richardson) 259 140 

Perfection (synonym) 306 66 

Peter Pan 306 124 

Petite Ren^e 278 242 

Philomele 278 254 

Phoenica Variegata 306 66 

Phrynnee 306 66 

Pierre Dessert 278 277 

Pierre Reignoux 306 130 

Pizano 278 258 

Plena Variegata 306 66 

Plenissima Rosea Superba 259 140 

278 268 

Plutarch 278 245 

Pompon Chamois 306 in 

Portia 278 250 

Pottsi 278 278 

Prairie Splendor 306 124 

President de Montzey 259 144 

President Wilder 306 92 

Prince Alert 306 77 

Prince d'Salm Dyck 278 265 

Prince Imperial 278 278 

Princess Beatrice 278 250 

Princess Ellen 278 259 

Princess Galitzin 278 265 

Princess Maud 278 263 

Princess May 306 66 

Princesse Nicolas Bibesco 306 95 

Princess of Wales 306 99 

Prolifera 306 66 

Prolifera Tricolor 278 254 

Pulcherrima 278 268 

Purpurea Superba 306 102 



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Queen Emma 306 141 

Queen Esther 306 66 

Queen of the Pinks 278 27s 

Queen's Perfection 278 250 

Queen Victoria (Kelway) 306 93 

Queen Victoria (synonym) 306 66 

Raphael 306 13 1 

Rare Brocade 306 105 

Red Cross 306 154 

Red Jacket 278 29S 

Reevesiana 306 67 

Reine des Roses 278 265 

Reine Hortense 306 124 

Reine Victoria 306 105 

Rene Potard 259 131 

278 268 

Rosa Barry 306 67 

Rosa Bonheur 306 15a 

Rosa Lilacina 278 259 

Rosamond 306 67 

Rose Quintal 278 291 

Rosea 278 272 

Rosea Elegans 306 in 

Rosea Magna 306 80 

Rosea Plenissima 306 67 

Rosea Plenissima Superba 306 67 

Rosea Superba 306 67 

Rosetta 306 67 

Rosilita 306 in 

Rossini 306 131 

Rosy Gem 259 130 

278 239 

Rubens 278 239 

Rubicunda 306 in 

Rubra 259 133 

Rubra Superba 278 295 

Rubra Triumphans 306 87 

Ruy Bias 306 125 

Sabina 306 106 

Sailet 278 241 

Sainfoin 278 259 

Samoset 306 131 

Sapho 278 27s 

Sarah Bernhardt (Dessert) 278 282 

Sarah Bernhardt (Lemoine) 306 125 

Sea Foam 306 93 

Senator 306 132 

Sidonie 278 292 

Simonne Chevalier 306 99 

Snowball 306 140 

Snow White 306 67 

Solfatare 278 250 

South Weymouth 306 83 

Souvenir du Docteur Bretonneau 306 87 

Souvenir de Gaspard Calot 278 283 

Souvenir de I'Exposition de Bordeaux. . 306 113 

Souvenir de I'Exposition du Mans 278 245 

Souvenir de I'Exposition Universelle.. . . 259 144 

278 234 

Speedwell 306 151 

Splendida 259 139 

Standard Bearer 306 112 

Stanley (Crousse) 278 292 

Stanley (Kelway) 306 73 

Stewart's America 259 140 

306 67 

Sulf urea 306 93 

Sully Prudhomme 306 151 

Sunbeam 306 7S 

Sunrise 306 75 

Superba : 278 260 

Supreme 306 151 

Sweet Home 306 152 

Sylvanus 278 260 

Taglioni 306 99 

Teniers 259 132 

306 132 

The Bride 278 262 

The King 306 73 

The Moor 259 129 

278 239 

The Queen 306 69 

Theodore Roosevelt 306 83 



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Th^rese 306 152 

Thisbe 306 68 

Thorbeckii 278 292 

Thurlow's Double Red 278 244 

306 68 

Tragedy 306 1 13 

Triomphe de I'Exposition de Lille 278 274 

Triomphe du Nord 259 132 

Triumphans Gandavensis 259 141 

306 68 

Triumphata 306 94 

Trojan 306 125 

Twentieth Century 306 154 

Umbellata Rosea 278 292 

Usona 306 1 16 

Van Dyck 306 99 

Venus 306 100 

Veribest 306 140 

Vesta 306 71 

Vicomtesse de Belleval 306 100 

Victoire de I'Alma 278 279 



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Victoire Lemon 278 253 

Victoire Modeste 259 , 132 

Victor Durufle 306 68 

Victor Hugo 259 I33 

Victor Lemoine 259 137 

Victor Paquet 278 290 

Ville de Nancy 259 144 

278 271 

Ville de Poissy 259 137 

Virginia 259 137 

Virgo Maria 259 131 

Volcan 2S9 14s 

278 236 

Walter Faxon 306 126 

Washington 306 113 

Water Lily 278 242 

Welcome Guest 306 83 

White Lady 306 73 

Whitleyi 306 106 

Witch 306 77 

Youth 306 78 






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